Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
UPMC – Pittsburgh Medical Center
Job Description

UPMC Shadyside is hiring a full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support the Automated Testing Lab! This role will work a steady night shift schedule (8-hour shifts), with rotating weekends and holidays.

UPMC is excited to offer a night program incentive! Program participants will receive an additional $2.00 per hour on top of their off-shift differential for working steady night shifts. Participants must commit to working to the maximum of their employment status (part-time or full-time) as night shift hours.

This is your chance to join a patient-focused and team-oriented laboratory that specializes in world-renowned oncology and takes great pride in what they do for the patients and their families. If you’re looking to join a modern, state-of-the-art facility, along with a dynamic and diverse team that gives you a sense of reward and accomplishment, UPMC Shadyside is the place for you!

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Technician’s salary starts at $20.88/hour.

UPMC is Offering a generous sign-on bonus for MLS and MLT new hires! Sign-on Bonus Details:

Medical Lab Technician Sign-On Bonus Details:

• $7,000 for a 2-year commitment

• $10,000 for a 3-year commitment

Medical Lab Scientist Sign-On Bonus Details:

• $10,000 for a 2-year commitment

• $15,000 for a 3-year commitment

Responsibilities:

• Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
• Recognize critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols. Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and initiate the necessary corrective action according to established protocols. Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take action as outlined in predetermined protocols.
• Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Perform minor repairs. Cost-effectively use reagents and supplies; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies. Follow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample. Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.
• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.

Medical Laboratory Scientist:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program, OR

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification, OR

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least two years’ experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory, OR

• Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA ’88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologists performing high complexity testing.

• Prefer 1-year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Medical Lab Technician:

• Associate Degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) OR;

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science OR;

• Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA ’88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.

• Completion of an MLT program highly preferred.

• Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Medical Technologist MT(ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS(ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran