Medical Laboratory Scientist/Support Technician

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the UPMC Presbyterian Automated Testing Lab as a Medical Lab Technician or Scientist and contribute to life-changing medicine. This full-time position offers the chance to impact patient care while working in a collaborative environment. With responsibilities including specimen processing and operating advanced lab equipment, this role is perfect for passionate individuals ready to make a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Generous sign-on bonus for eligible roles

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques and principles.
• Ability to perform independent testing without supervision.
• Training and orienting new employees.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process specimens for analysis.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures.
• Maintain and operate equipment and perform quality control checks.
• Train and supervise new staff.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Analytical Procedures

Quality Control

Problem-Solving

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian Automated Testing Lab is a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where you’ll play a crucial role in life-changing medicine. We are looking for dedicated Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists, as well as inexperienced candidates, to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to be part of a collaborative and diverse environment, where your skills will directly impact patient care and outcomes.

Shift:This is afull-time position working daylight hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities.

Apply today to make a meaningful difference in healthcare!
If you’re passionate about science, healthcare, and making a direct impact, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Apply now to join UPMC Presby Automated Testing Lab and help shape the future of medicine!

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 $22.76/hour. Laboratory Support Tech's salary starts at $18.80/hour.

MLS/MLT roles are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus for those who qualify!

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 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.