Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist

CHEManager International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Scientist for the Microbiology Laboratory on first shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role involves complex microbiology testing to support pediatric diagnosis and treatment, working with a collaborative team in a leading pediatric hospital. Applicants will be placed based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• MLS degree and certification required.
• Two years of clinical lab experience preferred.
• ASCP certification required or equivalent.
• First shift availability required.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for collection and processing of specimens for analysis.
• Recognize critical results and take corrective action per protocol.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment; perform quality control and calibrations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques and instruments and their interrelationships.
• Assist with test development, methodology/equipment evaluation and implementation.
• Perform High Complexity Testing as defined by PA DOH without direct supervision.
• Assume first-line supervision of the section/department when delegated.
• Train and orient new staff and students as applicable.
• Act as a consultative resource for technical issues.

Skills

Bachelor of Science in MLS program

Education

Bachelor of Science with MLS program

Job description

Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology Lab
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Join the team at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, the region's only dedicated pediatric hospital and a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, where laboratory professionals play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to infants, children, and adolescents. We are seeking a flexible full-time Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Microbiology Laboratory on first shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.), with rotating weekends and holidays. In this role, you'll perform complex microbiology testing that supports the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients, working alongside a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence and innovation. Candidates with organism identification experience are preferred. If you're passionate about laboratory medicine and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity at one of the nation's leading pediatric healthcare institutions. 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 $28.90/hour. We are proud to offer a competitive sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for eligible candidates!

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.

Sr. Medical Lab Scientist

• 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.
• 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.

Licensure, Certifications, And Clearances

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (or equivalent) certification as a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) required.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran