What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Med Lab Tech position at UPMC?
Now offering 12 Hour Shifts!!
Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT 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.
Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licenses and Certifications Notes:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
Medical Laboratory Technician Requirements
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 1-year’s Experience In a Hospital Laboratory Preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licenses and Certifications Notes:
Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. New York License required for NY locations.
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.
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT 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.
Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licenses and Certifications Notes:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
Medical Laboratory Technician Requirements
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 1-year’s Experience In a Hospital Laboratory Preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licenses and Certifications Notes:
Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. New York License required for NY locations.
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