Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist - UPMC Lititz

CHEManager International; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

UPMC seeks a Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist to support the Laboratory Supervisor, supervise staff, and oversee testing in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role includes data gathering for management, test development, QA oversight, and acting as Laboratory Supervisor in the Supervisor’s absence. It emphasizes CLSI-guided procedures, inventory management, and staff training for quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program.
• OR Bachelor of Science degree with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT certification.
• OR Bachelor of Science degree 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.
• For NY locations/laboratories holding NY State Licensure: Four years clinical lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assumes supervisory duties and performs in charge duties as needed.
• Evaluates problems in the absence of the Supervisor and solves those that are possible.
• All duties of a Medical Technologist. Ensures instrument maintenance and function checks per procedure; troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and reports issues.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient, hospital and laboratory business; represents the Laboratory on Hospital committees.
• Takes action to prevent supply shortages or overages and performs purchasing in the supervisor's absence.
• Masters new procedures within established time frames and serves as a resource to staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science with MLS program

Biological/Chemical/Clinical lab science with ASCP/MLT certification

BS in Biological/Chemical/Physical/Clinical lab science + 2+ years MLT-equivalent experience

NY licensure requires 4 years clinical lab experience

Job description

As part of our team, The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, respect and teamwork. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients while furthering your career in a supportive setting. Along with an exciting role, we are happy to offer professional growth opportunities as well as a robust Total Rewards package to help you achieve your goals because we believe you're at your best when receiving the support you need in all areas of life: professional, personal, financial, and more.

Eligible positions include the opportunity for up to an $15,000 sign-on bonus!

Purpose Of The Lead MLS

This position assists the Laboratory Supervisor by monitoring the work of technical and ancillary employees. The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist assists in test development, gathering data for management reports and regularly performs the duties of a Medical Lab Scientist, including the accurate performance of routine and advanced testing. This position functions as the Laboratory Supervisor during the Supervisor's absence. Assures compliance with the UPMC mission and values for providing service excellence.

Responsibilities Of The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Assumes supervisory duties and performs in charge duties as needed. Evaluates problems in the absence of the Supervisor and solves those that are possible. Communicates problems with the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director as appropriate. Participates in an extensive administrative call rotation with the other supervisory staff (only for Tissue Typing Laboratory).
• Assists supervisory personnel in the observation and documentation of laboratory staff competency. Completes all assigned duties within the required time frame.
• All duties of a Medical Technologist. Ensures that instrument maintenance and/or function checks are performed and documented accurately, according to procedure. Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and informs the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director of problems. Reviews QC logs. Documents and brings to the attention of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director any errors, omissions or discrepancies in QC. Compiles QA data and prepares reports as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager or Director. Monitors proficiency testing activity and assists the Director with evaluation of results and documentation of responses to deficiencies. Assists the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager with staff scheduling as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient, hospital and laboratory business. Interacts professionally with other departments. Represents the Laboratory on Hospital committees as needed. Adheres to abnormal and/or critical results reporting policy and turn-around-time policy. Participates in and monitors quality assurance indicators. Adheres to personal appearance standards and displays hospital ID badge. Telephone / Internet privileges are followed according to policy. Complies with attendance and tardiness policy. Helps to monitor subordinate attendance and tardiness. Adheres to the compliance policy and serves as a resource for subordinate questions. Adheres to all safety policies as outlined in the Laboratory Safety Manual.
• The Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist demonstrates awareness of appropriate inventory levels in all relevant sections of the laboratory. Takes action to prevent supply shortages or overages. Performs purchasing of supplies in the absence of the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager as directed.
• New procedures are mastered within established time frames. Demonstrates awareness of changes in procedures and protocols. Performs orientation and training assignments in an organized, thorough manner. Serves as a resource to other employees by sharing knowledge of procedures or testing outcomes when consulted. Develops, performs and/or evaluates special projects. Performs test evaluations and validations of new procedures and/or reagent systems. Formulates, authors and/or revises procedures according to CLSI guidelines. Prepares and delivers student lectures and bench instruction where relevant

Qualifications

• 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.
• For NY locations/laboratories holding NY State Licensure: Four years clinical lab experience required.

Licensure, Certifications, And Clearances

ASCP or equivalent certification in medical technology (MT) or categorical certification preferred. Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) by the American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) preferred (only for HLA Laboratory).

Clearances must be dated within 90 days

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran