Medical Lab Technician/Scientist

Join Our Team at UPMC Shadyside - Medical Lab Technician Opportunity!

Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? UPMC Shadyside is seeking full-time Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists to join our Automated Testing Lab (ATL)-a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who prefer steady daylight hours with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

At ATL, you'll be part of a supportive and diverse team that works closely together to deliver high-quality, impactful results. If you're looking for a role that offers not only professional growth and recognition, but also the chance to truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

UPMC is Offering a generous Sign-on Bonus for those who qualify!

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Scientist's salary starts at $28.06/hour.

Responsibilities:

• Perform accurate and timely specimen collection, processing, and analysis, including phlebotomy as needed.
• Conduct moderate complexity testing independently, and high complexity testing under supervision.
• Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal results, instrument issues, and other lab concerns following established protocols.
• Ensure precise data entry and maintain specimen integrity throughout the testing process.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment; perform quality control and routine maintenance.
• Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and lab team members.
• Follow all safety, compliance, and confidentiality standards.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members and students.

Qualifications:

Medical Lab Technician:

• Associate's degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), OR
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, with 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR
• Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
• Minimum 1year's experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
  
  Medical Lab Scientist:
• 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;
• Prefer 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran