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UPMC Northwest is seeking one skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our collaborative, patient-focused team. This role rotates through all areas of the lab, offering variety and professional growth in a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork.

UPMC offerd career development and advancement opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off,retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Bring your skills to a team that's making a difference every day. Apply today and start your career in Life Changing Medicine with UPMC!

Laboratory Support Technician salary range: $18.04/hr. - 26.71/hr.

Medical Lab Technician salary range: $21.48/hr - $31.19/hr - eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus!

Medical Laboratory Scientist salary range: $26.97 - $35.51/hr - eligible for up to $15,000 sign on bonus!

_Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience, and the salary shown reflects the Lab Support Tech role._

In this role, you will engage in the accurate performance of lab testing to diagnose, treat, and evaluate patients that leads to our quality patient care outcomes with opportunity to -

+ Process specimens for analysis according to established protocols.

+ Ensure testing accuracy and precision by meeting established protocols and timelines.

+ Identify critical or abnormal results and take immediate action according to predetermined guidelines.

+ Troubleshoot problems related to instrumentation, methodology, specimens, or supplies.

+ Participate in test development and evaluate new methodologies, equipment, and techniques.

+ Perform and document quality control measures to ensure consistent standards.

+ Report any incidents or issues to supervisors or pathologists promptly.

+ Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, performing minor repairs when necessary.

+ Enter patient demographic and test data into the information management system.

+ Assist in the training and orientation of new employees and students, promoting a collaborative work environment.

Laboratory Support Technician

+ Must meet one of the following criteria:

+ High School diploma or equivalent, AND at least 2yrs experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab,

+ Associate degree (with biology and chemistry courses) AND at least 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab,

+ Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification AND 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab,

+ Successful completion of a 50wk U.S. military medical laboratory training course,

+ B.S. degree from an accredited institution with a major in a biological or clinical laboratory science

+ Currently enrolled in a MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent training program, with 3 yrs college credits required.

Medical Lab Technician

+ Must meet one of the following criteria:

+ Associate's degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

+ 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

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

Medical Laboratory Scientist

+ Must meet one of the following criteria:

+ Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program

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

+ 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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ ASCP Certifications Preferred:

+ Medical Technologist MT(ASCP)

+ Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP)

+ Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP)

+ Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA)

+ or equivalent ASCP Certification.

+ Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran