Laboratory Support Technician

Join our team at UPMC Hamot as a full-time Laboratory Support Technician and make an impact in a fast-paced, hands-on environment! This second shift position (1:45 PM - 10:15 PM) with alternating weekends and holidays offers exciting opportunities for cross-training and collaboration across departments. As a key member of our lab team, you ll play a crucial role in ensuring timely blood delivery to trauma cases, assisting with instrument maintenance, and supporting QC and calibrations. You ll work alongside skilled professionals in a team-oriented atmosphere that fosters growth and development. We offer comprehensive Total Rewards benefits, as well as a robust career ladder to support your advancement. Ready to be part of a dynamic, mission-driven team? Apply today!

In this role, there is the opportunity to -

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• Receive, sort, prepare, and deliver specimens for analysis in a timely manner.
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• Demonstrate a service-oriented approach by maintaining courtesy, respect, and enthusiasm in work situations.
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• Perform routine and basic instrument maintenance following established protocols.
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• Assist with restocking supplies and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
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• Prepare and replenish instrument reagents and consumables as needed.
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• Execute QA/QC procedures as assigned to ensure specimen integrity.
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• Assist with specimen/slide storage and retrieval as necessary.
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• Decontaminate work areas and ensure a clean, organized working environment.
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• Transport specimens off-site and deliver supplies to designated locations.
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• Answer phone inquiries, investigate specimen status, and direct callers to appropriate resources.
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Required

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• High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 2yrs experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab, OR
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• Associate degree (with biology and chemistry courses) and at least 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
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• Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
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• Successful completion of a 50wk U.S. military medical laboratory training course, OR
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• B.S. degree from an accredited institution with a major in a biological or clinical laboratory science OR
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• Currently enrolled in a MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent training program, with 3 yrs college credits required.
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Medical Laboratory Assistant MLA (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.Valid driver's license if one is departmentally required.

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• Act 34
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran