Medical Lab Scientist/Technician

Join Our Team at UPMC Shadyside - Medical Lab Technician Opportunity! Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? UPMC Shadyside is seeking full-time Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists to join our Automated Testing Lab (ATL)-a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who prefer steady daylight hours with occasional weekend and holiday coverage. At ATL, you'll be part of a supportive and diverse team that works closely together to deliver high-quality, impactful results. If you're looking for a role that offers not only professional growth and recognition, but also the chance to truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. UPMC is Offering a generous Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000 for those who qualify! 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 $23.44/hour.

Responsibilities:

+ Perform accurate and timely specimen collection, processing, and analysis, including phlebotomy as needed. + Conduct moderate complexity testing independently, and high complexity testing under supervision. + Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal results, instrument issues, and other lab concerns following established protocols. + Ensure precise data entry and maintain specimen integrity throughout the testing process. + Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment; perform quality control and routine maintenance. + Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and lab team members. + Follow all safety, compliance, and confidentiality standards. + Support training and onboarding of new team members and students.

Medical Lab Technician:

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

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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred. + Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. + Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran