UPMC
Full-Time Medical Lab Technician/Scientist
UPMC, Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Full‑Time Medical Lab Technician / Scientist
Posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.
Sign‑On Bonus:
MLS and MLT external/eligible candidates receive $15,000 and $10,000 respectively with a 2‑year commitment; part‑time status receives half.
Compensation:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS): $15,000 with 2‑year commitment; Medical Lab Technician (MLT): $10,000 with 2‑year commitment. Minimum pay: MLT $21.48/hr, MLS $26.97/hr.
Hours:
40 hours/week. Day/evening rotation. 3 evening weekends required.
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. Initiate corrective action and identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies or results.
Operate and maintain equipment within training scope, perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, calibration, and minor repairs. Use reagents and supplies cost‑effectively; monitor supply inventory.
Train and orient new employees, students and residents as applicable.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Maintain in‑depth knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments and their interrelationships, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies in procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance, and personnel policies.
Follow established procedures for specimen collection (including phlebotomy as required) and processing for analysis.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures with precision and accuracy, timely and efficiently.
Assume responsibility for first‑line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.
Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Qualifications
Associate degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or 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.
Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Qualifications
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 technologist performing high complexity testing. Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
Medical Technologist MT (ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
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Sign‑On Bonus:
MLS and MLT external/eligible candidates receive $15,000 and $10,000 respectively with a 2‑year commitment; part‑time status receives half.
Compensation:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS): $15,000 with 2‑year commitment; Medical Lab Technician (MLT): $10,000 with 2‑year commitment. Minimum pay: MLT $21.48/hr, MLS $26.97/hr.
Hours:
40 hours/week. Day/evening rotation. 3 evening weekends required.
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. Initiate corrective action and identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies or results.
Operate and maintain equipment within training scope, perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, calibration, and minor repairs. Use reagents and supplies cost‑effectively; monitor supply inventory.
Train and orient new employees, students and residents as applicable.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Maintain in‑depth knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments and their interrelationships, and physiological conditions affecting test results.
Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies in procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance, and personnel policies.
Follow established procedures for specimen collection (including phlebotomy as required) and processing for analysis.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures with precision and accuracy, timely and efficiently.
Assume responsibility for first‑line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.
Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Qualifications
Associate degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or 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.
Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Qualifications
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 technologist performing high complexity testing. Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of 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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UPMC by 2×.
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