What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Support Technician position at UPMC?
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 -
- Receive, sort, prepare, and deliver specimens for analysis in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate a service-oriented approach by maintaining courtesy, respect, and enthusiasm in work situations.
- Perform routine and basic instrument maintenance following established protocols.
- Assist with restocking supplies and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Prepare and replenish instrument reagents and consumables as needed.
- Execute QA/QC procedures as assigned to ensure specimen integrity.
- Assist with specimen/slide storage and retrieval as necessary.
- Decontaminate work areas and ensure a clean, organized working environment.
- Transport specimens off-site and deliver supplies to designated locations.
- Answer phone inquiries, investigate specimen status, and direct callers to appropriate resources.
Salary : $18 - $27
