Medical Lab Technician/Scientist - UPMC West Shore at UPMC

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Science, Specimen Collection, Quality Control, Patient Care, Clinical Knowledge, Communication, Troubleshooting, Testing, Mentorship, Medical Terminology, Lab Information Systems

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC West Shore – Part-Time Medical Lab Technician / Scientist Join our team at UPMC West Shore! We’re hiring a Part-Time Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist for evening shifts (2:15 pm–10:45 pm), including every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays. Eligible positions offer up to a $7,500 sign-on bonus! In this role, you’ll perform routine and STAT lab tests that support patient diagnosis, treatment, and care outcomes. Apply your clinical knowledge to ensure accurate, high-quality testing under the guidance of our Medical Lab Scientists. *Title and starting pay for this position may vary based on experience and education. Apply today and launch your career in life-changing medicine with UPMC! Responsibilities: Provide professional, courteous communication with all lab customers and colleagues. Collect, process, and analyze specimens accurately, following established protocols. Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal test results; troubleshoot instruments and processes as needed. Perform Moderately Complex/Waived tests independently; conduct High Complexity tests under supervision. Maintain quality control, equipment, and supplies while following safety and compliance standards. Support training and mentorship of new employees, students, and residents. Demonstrate reliability, independent judgment, and commitment to high-quality patient care. Medical Lab Technician (MLT) Associate’s degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) OR Bachelor’s in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical lab science with 6 months clinical lab experience. Equivalent education/experience per CLIA ’88 for high complexity testing also accepted. Preferred: 1 year hospital lab experience; familiarity with medical terminology and lab information systems. Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) Bachelor’s degree plus completion of a CAHEA-accredited Medical Technology program OR ASCP categorical certification OR 2 years’ MLT-equivalent clinical lab experience. Preferred: 1 year hospital lab experience; knowledge of medical terminology and lab information systems. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred. New York license required for NY locations. Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Perform routine and STAT lab tests that support patient diagnosis, treatment, and care outcomes. Maintain quality control, equipment, and supplies while following safety and compliance standards.