Medical Lab Technician/Scientist - UPMC West Shore
About The Position
Join our team at UPMC West Shore! We're hiring a Part-Time Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist for evening shifts (2:15â¯pm-10:45â¯pm), including every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays. Eligible positions offer up to a $7,500 sign-on bonus! In this role, you'll perform routine and STAT lab tests that support patient diagnosis, treatment, and care outcomes. Apply your clinical knowledge to ensure accurate, high-quality testing under the guidance of our Medical Lab Scientists. Title and starting pay for this position may vary based on experience and education. Apply today and launch your career in life-changing medicine with UPMC!
Requirements
- Medical Lab Technician (MLT)
- Associate's degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) OR Bachelor's in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical lab science with 6 months clinical lab experience.
- Equivalent education/experience per CLIA '88 for high complexity testing also accepted.
- Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)
- Bachelor's degree plus completion of a CAHEA-accredited Medical Technology program OR ASCP categorical certification OR 2 years' MLT-equivalent clinical lab experience.
- Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred. New York license required for NY locations.
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Nice To Haves
- 1 year hospital lab experience
- familiarity with medical terminology and lab information systems.
- 1 year hospital lab experience
- knowledge of medical terminology and lab information systems.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional, courteous communication with all lab customers and colleagues.
- Collect, process, and analyze specimens accurately, following established protocols.
- Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal test results; troubleshoot instruments and processes as needed.
- Perform Moderately Complex/Waived tests independently; conduct High Complexity tests under supervision.
- Maintain quality control, equipment, and supplies while following safety and compliance standards.
- Support training and mentorship of new employees, students, and residents.
- Demonstrate reliability, independent judgment, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
