Microbiology Lab Technologist: Precision Diagnostics

Independence Health System Inc.; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System Inc. seeks a Laboratory Technologist to perform high complexity testing across multiple lab sections with independence and reliability. The role emphasizes specimen handling, phlebotomy, order validation, and data accuracy within LIS/HIS environments.

The incumbent must demonstrate clinical laboratory science knowledge, oversee quality control, and communicate results effectively to clinicians while maintaining turnaround times and cost awareness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in chemical/physical/biological or clinical laboratory science, or equivalent CLIA-88 high complexity training.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, judgment and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Procure, prepare and process specimens using established techniques.
• Perform phlebotomy according to procedures and customer service needs.
• Receive specimens into the LIS, verify orders and communicate priorities.
• Validate test orders and ensure documentation is complete.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate of Science in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science

Tools

LIS

HIS

Job description

Independence Health System Inc. seeks a Laboratory Technologist to perform high complexity testing across multiple lab sections with independence and reliability. The role emphasizes specimen handling, phlebotomy, order validation, and data accuracy within LIS/HIS environments.

The incumbent must demonstrate clinical laboratory science knowledge, oversee quality control, and communicate results effectively to clinicians while maintaining turnaround times and cost awareness.