Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

Job Description

The UPMC Histocompatibility Laboratory is seeking a dedicated Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist to join our team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop and expand your skills in the field of histocompatibility and immunogenetics, while working with a highly skilled team in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. The schedule is daylight hours Monday through Friday, with rotating on-call responsibilities. 

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While working in our lab, you will have a chance to complete on-the-job training, including the opportunity to become certified with American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI)!

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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 $22.76/hour.

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MLS/MLT roles are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of up to $15,000!

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Responsibilities:

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• Follow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample.

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• Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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

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• Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.

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• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.

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• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.

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• Train and orient new employees, students, and , as applicable and as assigned.

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Medical Lab Technician:

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

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• 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

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

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• Minimum 1 year's experience in a hospital laboratory . Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems is . 

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Medical Lab Scientist:

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• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program, OR

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• 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

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• 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

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• Prefer 1-year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems .

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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification . 

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• Act 34

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer//Veteran