Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Medical Lab Technician

UPMC • Mount Lebanon, PA

148d • $21 - $26

About The Position

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a regular full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support our oncology offices in Moon Township, Mt. Lebanon, West Mifflin, and Pittsburgh. In this patient-facing role, you’ll combine your phlebotomy expertise and laboratory skills to directly impact the care and comfort of cancer patients. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team—where your work truly matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program for Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• 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 for Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Associate degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) for Medical Lab Technician.
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science for Medical Lab Technician.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a hospital laboratory preferred for both positions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred for both positions.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred for both positions.
• Completion of an MLS program highly preferred for Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Completion of an MLT program highly preferred for Medical Lab Technician.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory for Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred for both positions.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred for both positions.

Responsibilities

• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
• 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.
• 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 act 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.
• Use reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
• Perform 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.

Benefits

• Starting at $21.48/hour for Medical Lab Technician with a sign-on bonus of $10,000.
• Starting at $26.97/hour for Medical Lab Scientist with a sign-on bonus of $15,000.
• Eligible for a float differential and mileage reimbursement.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career.
• Daylight schedule, Monday–Friday – no evenings, weekends, or holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees