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    Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Lab Technician, Daylight - Pittsburgh, United States - UPMC

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    UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician to support the Flow Cytometry Laboratory We are looking for individuals who are interested in daylight hours that include some weekend and holiday on-call responsibilities.


    The Clinical Flow Cytometry Laboratory provides specialized clinical testing that is used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to the treatment of hematolymphoid neoplasms.

    We are the only clinical Flow Cytometry Laboratory in the UPMC system offering unique opportunities to build and develop skills to perform this highly complex testing.

    We offer a career ladder to support growth and advancement within the lab


    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 $20.88/hour.

    UPMC is Offering a generous sign-on bonus for MLS and MLT new hires Sign-on

    Bonus Details:

    Medical Lab Technician Sign-On

    Bonus Details:

    • $7,000 for a 2-year commitment
    • $10,000 for a 3-year commitment
    Medical Lab Scientist Sign-On

    Bonus Details:

    • $10,000 for a 2-year commitment
    • $15,000 for a 3-year commitment

    Responsibilities:

    • 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.
    • 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.

    Medical Laboratory 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
    • Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologists performing high complexity testing.
    • Prefer 1-year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

    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 OR;
    • Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
    • Completion of an MLT program highly preferred.
    • Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
    • Act 34

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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