Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Lab Technician/Laboratory Support Tech

1 week ago


Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full time

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a part-time Laboratory Support Technician, Medical Lab Technician, or Medical Lab Scientist to support the Automated Testing Lab This role will work an evening shift schedule of 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The lab at Children's is family-focused, and team-oriented, and takes great pride in what they do for the children and their families. If you're looking to join a dynamic team that gives you a sense of reward and accomplishment, you can experience this at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh every day. 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 $20.88/hour. The Laboratory Support Tech's salary starts at $17.78/hour. MLS/MLT roles are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 Responsibilities: Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries promptly. Practices pleasant communication both internally and externally. 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 Technician: Associate's degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, with 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. Minimum 1 year's experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems is preferred. 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. 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