Medical Laboratory Scientist/Laboratory Support Tech
3 weeks ago
UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Medical Lab Scientist or Laboratory Support Technician to support the Special Chemistry laboratory department
Enjoy working hands-on with sample and reagent preparation in this daylight position, with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities
Special Chemistry provides toxicology, therapeutic drug monitoring, and other services for many hospitals and clinics in the tri-state area. This work requires hands-on sample preparation with very little automation. Our state-of-the-art laboratory encourages technologists to use science to solve medical mysteries.
Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Laboratory Support Tech's salary starts at $17.78/hour.
UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for Medical Lab Scientists of up to $15,000 for those who qualify
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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.
Laboratory Support Technician:
- High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 2 years experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab, OR
- Associate degree (with biology and chemistry courses) and at least 1year of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
- Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and 1 year of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
- Successful completion of a 50 week U.S. military medical laboratory training course, OR
- B.S. degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological or clinical laboratory science OR
- Currently enrolled in a MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent training program, with 3 years college credits required.
Medical Lab 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
- Prefer 1-year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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