Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

23.44

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Safety Compliance, Instrumentation Maintenance, Test Development, Methodology Evaluation, High Complexity Testing, Training, Bone Marrow Procedures, SWEAT Testing, Cystic Fibrosis Testing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician to join our Automated Testing Laboratory (ATL)—a place where science meets compassion. This full-time daylight position 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and includes rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities, offering a balanced schedule while contributing to life-changing work. Our lab is family-focused, team-oriented, and deeply committed to the children and families we serve. If you're looking for a role that brings both professional fulfillment and a sense of purpose, you’ll find it here. In this unique setting, you’ll be able to assist in bone marrow procedures and SWEAT testing for Cystic fibrosis. 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 $23.44/hour. 💰 Sign-on Bonus! UPMC is offering up a generous bonus for qualified Medical Lab Scientists and Technicians. Responsibilities: 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. 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 act 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. Use reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory. Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results. Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation. Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision. Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated. Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned. Medical Lab Scientist: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT 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. 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 and 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR; Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include adhering to laboratory policies for procedures, quality control, and safety, while performing qualitative and quantitative analytical tests on specimens with precision and accuracy. The role also involves recognizing and acting upon critical or unacceptable results, maintaining equipment, and performing High Complexity Testing without direct supervision.