Job Description
Join UPMC's Automated Testing Lab - Now Hiring a Medical Lab Technician or Scientist
UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated
Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist to join our
Automated Testing Laboratory team located in the
Clinical Lab Building in Oakland , just steps from UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. This is a
limited part-time (approx. 16 hours) variable rotating shift position with weekend and holiday responsibilities. *Candidates must be willing and able to work a rotating schedule that includes day, evening, and overnight shifts. Shift assignments rotate based on departmental needs.
If you're passionate about precision, innovation, and making a difference in patient care through high-quality laboratory science, we invite you to bring your expertise to one of the region's most advanced clinical lab environments.
*Title and starting pay for this position may vary based on experience and education.The Medical Lab Scientist's salary starts at $28.06/hour. The Medical Lab Technician's salary starts at $23.44/hour.
Responsibilities: - 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 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. 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.
- Acts as a consultative resource for technical issues.
Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, AND at least two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT. 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, AND at least two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT. OR
- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least three years' experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or MLT in a clinical laboratory.
- Minimum of two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT if certified.
- Three years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT required in the absence of certification.
- 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.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - ASCP (or equivalent) certification as a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) OR MLT preferred.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job Tags
16 hours, Full time, Immediate start, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift