Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Lab Technician

3 weeks ago

Monroeville, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time
Job Description

Are you a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Lab Technician with at least 6 months of lab experience looking towards your next step to grow professionally in your career?

UPMC is excited to offer a night program incentive If you're looking to join a dynamic team where you can find a sense of reward and accomplishment each and every day, then the laboratory team at UPMC East may be the right fit for you. We are currently looking for individuals who are interested in working an overnight shift - including rotating weekend and holiday responsibility.

Why should you consider this role?

  • Participants of the program will receive an additional $2.00 per hour on top of their off-shift differential for working steady night shifts.

  • Participants must commit to working to the maximum of their employment status (part-time or full-time) as night shift hours.

  • You ll have access to our competitive and robust Total Rewards benefit package which was ranked 20% higher in value than other competitors in our market.

  • We also offer a generous sign-on bonus for qualified candidates including the following:

$7,000 (MLT) / $10,000 (MLS) for a 2 year commitment

$10,000 (MLT) / $15,000 (MLS) for a 3 year commitment

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.

Medical Lab Technician salary range: $19.14 - $29.40/hr.

Medical Laboratory Scientist salary range: $24.02 - $33.48/hr.

Apply today to find out where your career can take you

Purpose:

In this role, you will provide authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to treatment. Apply competent clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical testing which leads to quality patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies. 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.

• All duties inclusive of an MLT (Medical Laboratory technician), and:

• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.

• Conduct, direct or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection and implementation.

• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.

• 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 in a cost-effective manner; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.

• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.

• 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.

• Train and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.

Medical Laboratory 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 equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologist performing high complexity testing. Prefer 1-year experience in a hospital laboratory.

Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Medical Lab Technician:

Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA),

OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent certification,

OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science,

OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing,

Minimum 1 years experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.

Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred

Licensures, Certifications, and Clearances:

Required:

Act 34

Preferred - ASCP Certification:

Medical Technologist MT(ASCP),

Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP),

Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP),

Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA), or equivalent certification preferred.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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