Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist/Sr. Medical Laboratory Tech
UPMC
UPMC Shadyside is hiring a full-time Sr. Medical Lab Scientist or Sr. Medical Lab Technician to support the Automated Testing Lab! This role will work a steady evening shift schedule (2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.), with rotating weekends and holidays.
This is your chance to join a patient-focused and team-oriented laboratory specializing in world-renowned oncology and taking great pride in what they do for patients and their families. If you're looking to join a modern, state-of-the-art facility with a dynamic and diverse team that gives you a sense of reward and accomplishment, UPMC Shadyside is the place for you!
Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Sr. Medical Lab Technician's salary starts at $22.28/hour.
**MLS roles are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of up to $15,000!**
Responsibilities:
+ Acts as a consultative resource for technical issues.
+ 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.
+ Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.
+ Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
+ Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.
+ 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.
+ Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
+ 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 take action as outlined in predetermined protocols.
+ Train and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist:
+ Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, AND at least two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT.
+ 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, AND at least two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT.
+ OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least three years' experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or MLT in a clinical laboratory.
+ Minimum of two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT if certified.
+ Three years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLS or MLT required in the absence of certification.
Sr. Medical Lab Technician:
+ Associate degree in laboratory science with certification from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) AND two years' experience in a clinical lab as an MLT.
+ OR Equivalent education as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technician performing high complexity testing, AND three years' experience as an MLT.
+ Minimum of two years' general laboratory experience required if certified.
+ Three years' experience in a clinical lab required in the absence of certification.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ ASCP (or equivalent) certification as a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) preferred.
+ ASCP (or equivalent) certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) preferred.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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