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

UPMC is excited to offer a Weekend 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 McKeesport may be the right fit for you.

Why should you consider this role?

* Eligible staff will receive a 20% differential on top of their hourly rate for working the weekend program (48 weekends per year).

* This is a full-time position but only requires you to work 24 hours per week.

* Eligible participants in the weekend program must work 48 weekends per year, 24 hours per weekend (either two 12 or three 8 hour shifts) between the hours of Friday 3 pm and Monday 7 am.

* 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.

* Also, this position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus:

+ Medical Lab Technician - $10,000 for a 2-year commitment

+ Medical Laboratory Scientist - $15,000 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: $22.12 - $32.13/hr.

+ Medical Laboratory Scientist salary range: $27.78 - $36.58/hr.

Purpose:

Provide for the accurate performance of routine and STAT laboratory analytical methods. 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. Work with and under Medical Lab Scientist's supervision.

Responsibilities:

+ Interacts with all laboratory customers professionally. Responds to telephone inquiries courteously and in a timely manner. Practices pleasant communications both internally and externally.

+ Adheres to all established laboratory and hospital policies, procedures, methods, quality assurance, proficiency testing, 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 take action as outlined in predetermined protocols.

+ Processes specimens for analysis. Enters accurate patient demographic information and laboratory test orders into the laboratory information system, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information and sample integrity.

+ Independently performs Moderately Complex or Waived tests (qualitative and quantitative). Performs High Complexity testing only with the oversight of a Medical Lab Scientist or with result review by a Supervisor or Manager.

+ Meets established testing protocols for precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner. Recognizes critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follows-up according to established protocols.

+ Performs and documents Quality Control according to established protocols. Informs supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents.

+ 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.

+ Monitors and maintains supplies for functions the position is responsible for; uses materials and reagents cost-effectively.

+ Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment. Recognizes priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority.

+ Follows all biohazard, chemical, and sharps safety guidelines. Maintains a safe work environment.

+ Honors confidentiality of patient information. Follows all compliance guidelines.

+ Assists with the training and orienting of new employees, students and residents, using established competency and workstation operational guidelines.

+ 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 1year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.

+ Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran