Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician, UPMC Soldiers & Sailors

UPMC • Wellsboro, PA • 4d ago

The Laboratory at UPMC Soldiers & Sailors is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist OR Medical Laboratory Technician! This is a full time, 40 hour per week position. Shift hours are nights, 12AM - 8AM with every other weekend and holiday shifts. Evening shift included in rotation, 4PM - 12:30AM.

UPMC offers a robust Laboratory Career Ladder, where candidates will be placed into the correct level and status based on education and background; Medical Laboratory Technician ($25.38/hr - $34.35/hr) or Medical Laboratory Scientist ($30.80/hr - $42.04/hr) and so on!

A completive sign-on bonus is offered!

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS): $15,000 with a 2-year commitment

Medical Lab Technician (MLT): $10,000 with a 2-year commitment

Responsibilities:

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

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.

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 in a cost-effective manner; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.

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

All duties inclusive of an MLT (Medical Laboratory technician), and:

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

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

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 on a temporary basis as delegated.

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

Qualifications:

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT):

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

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

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS):

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 equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologist performing high complexity testing.

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

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