What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Support Technician position at UPMC?
Are you looking for a meaningful career with endless opportunities? UPMC Northwest in Seneca, PA is hiring a full-time flex Laboratory Support Technician. UPMC is Pennsylvania’s largest nongovernmental employer with endless opportunities. We offer a competitive Total Rewards benefits package that few employers can match and have a career ladder in place that provides growth opportunities to enjoy more professional challenges, promotional opportunities, and career enhancement! Apply today to find out where your career can take you!
This role requires a candidate who is available to work any day of the week during various shifts. We strive to accommodate team members’ shift preferences whenever possible. Additionally, this position involves working every other weekend and two holidays each year. We’re seeking someone passionate about delivering exceptional experiences for our patients. Join us in making a difference!
Responsibilities:
-
Answers inquiries about specimen status, investigates report dispositions, and directs callers to additional resources as needed.
-
Receives, sorts, prepares, and delivers testing-ready specimens to designated work areas efficiently.
-
Demonstrates a service-oriented approach by conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude in all interactions.
-
Performs routine and basic maintenance on instruments following established protocols and records temperatures when required.
-
Assists in restocking supplies to maintain optimal inventory levels and keeps storage areas organized for room temperature, refrigerated, and frozen supplies.
-
Prepares and replenishes instrument reagents and consumables as needed to ensure smooth operations.
-
Conducts QA/QC procedures as assigned to maintain high standards of laboratory practices.
-
Cleans and decontaminates the work area, ensuring a neat environment and proper maintenance of glassware, including testing for residue removal.
Salary : $18 - $27
