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We are hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician for our Night Program!

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This full‑time Night Program role works seven shifts per pay period on an eight‑ or ten‑hour schedule (9p-5a or 10p-6a), every other weekend, with rotating holidays and no travel. As a true generalist, you'll cover specimen processing, automated testing, STAT micro, and blood bank, with steady overnight blood bank coverage, delivering accurate results and collaborating seamlessly with clinical teams. Night Program participants earn an additional $2 per hour on top of the standard off‑shift differential. Sign‑on bonuses:

+ up to $15,000 for MLS

+ up to $10,000 for MLT with a

+ Two‑year commitment!

Candidates are placed on UPMC's Laboratory Career Ladder based on education and experience; current 2026 minimums are $21.48 for Medical Laboratory Technician and $26.97 for Medical Laboratory Scientist. Our department stands out for training non‑traditional talent and flexible scheduling that supports work‑life balance, and we've recently upgraded hematology with Beckman DxH900 analyzers while transitioning our laboratory information system to Epic. Apply now to join a team committed to excellence, innovation, and respect for every patient and colleagues!

Responsibilities:

+ Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Practices pleasant communications 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.

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT):

Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA), OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. Experience: Minimum 1 years' experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS):

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, OR 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, 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. 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. New York License required for NY locations.

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran