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UPMC Shadyside is hiring a full-time Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist to support the Automated Testing Lab (ATL)!

We are looking for individuals who are interested in working evening hours (2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.), with rotating weekends and holidays.

The Automated Testing Lab is a modern, state-of-the-art facility where you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on life-changing medicine. Our lab offers a diverse team that works closely together, and opportunities for growth and recognition!

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Technician salary starts at $22.76 an hour.

UPMC Shadyside is also offering a Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Responsibilities:

+ Interact with all laboratory customers and staff courteously and professionally.

+ Respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.

+ 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 then 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, monitoring and maintaining an appropriate supply inventory.

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

+ Conduct, direct, and/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.

Medical Lab Technician:

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

+ Bachelor's of Science from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR,

+ Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.

+ One year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.

+ Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Medical Lab Scientist:

+ Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Technology program OR,

+ Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or MLT categorical certification OR,

+ Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least two years of experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory.

+ One year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.

+ 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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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran