Medical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Scientist, Daylight

at  UPMC

UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support the Special Genetics Laboratory! This is your chance to join the only Biochemical lab for the UPMC system! We are looking for individuals who are interested in a daylight shift role, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., which includes rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities.
The lab at Children’s is family-focused, team-oriented, and takes great pride in what they do for the children and their families. If you’re looking to join a dynamic team that gives you a sense of reward and accomplishment, you can experience this at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh every day.

MLS/MLT ROLES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A GENEROUS SIGN-ON BONUS! SIGN-ON BONUS DETAILS:

• Medical Lab Technician:
• $7,000 with a two-year commitment
• $10,000 with a three-year commitment
• Medical Lab Scientist:
• $10,000 with a two-year commitment
• $15,000 with a three-year commitment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to all established laboratory and hospital policies, procedures, methods, quality assurance, proficiency testing, and personnel policies.
• Follows established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
• Recognizes critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and initiates the necessary corrective action according to established protocols. Identifies problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and takes action as outlined in predetermined protocols.
• Processes specimens for analysis. Enters accurate patient demographic information and laboratory test orders into the laboratory information system, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information and sample integrity.
• Independently performs Moderately Complex or Waived tests (qualitative and quantitative). Performs High Complexity testing only with the oversight of a Medical Lab Scientist or with result review by a Supervisor or Manager.
• Meets established testing protocols for precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner. Recognizes critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follows up according to established protocols.
• Performs and documents Quality Control according to established protocols. Informs supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents.
• Operates and maintains equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Performs minor repairs. Uses reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitors and maintains an appropriate supply inventory.
• Monitors and maintains supplies for functions the position is responsible for; uses materials and reagents cost-effectively.
• Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment. Recognizes priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority.
• Follows all biohazard, chemical, and sharps safety guidelines. Maintains a safe work environment.
• Honors confidentiality of patient information. Follows all compliance guidelines.
• Assists with the training and orienting of new employees, students and residents, using established competency and workstation operational guidelines.