Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

Join Our Team at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh!

Are you passionate about making a difference through your work in the lab? UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician to join our Microbiology Laboratory in a casual (per diem) evening shift role. This position includes weekend and holiday rotations, offering a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team that supports some of our most vulnerable patients-children and their families.

At our facility, you'll be part of a family-focused, team-oriented environment where your contributions truly matter. If you're looking for a rewarding career that blends professional growth with a strong sense of purpose, we invite you to explore what it means to be a part of the UPMC Children's team.

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

Medical Lab Scientist:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program OR;
• 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;
• 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 OR;
• Prefer 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
• Must be available to work every weekend (Saturday and Sunday) for 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts

Medical Lab Technician:

• 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 and 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR;
• Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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