Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician

UPMC Shadyside is hiring a full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support the Automated Testing Lab! This role will work a steady night shift schedule (8-hour shifts), with rotating weekends and holidays. 

UPMC is excited to offer a night program incentive! Program participants will receive an additional $2.00 per hour on top of their off-shift differential for working steady night shifts. Participants must commit to working to the maximum of their employment status (part-time or full-time) as night shift hours.

This is your chance to join a patient-focused and team-oriented laboratory that specializes in world-renowned oncology and takes great pride in what they do for the patients and their families. If you're looking to join a modern, state-of-the-art facility, along with a dynamic and diverse team that gives you a sense of reward and accomplishment, UPMC Shadyside is the place for you! 

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 Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
• 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 take action 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. Cost-effectively use reagents and supplies; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.
• 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.
• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.
• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.