Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician to join our Automated Testing Laboratory (ATL). This full-time night position is from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and includes rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities. The lab is family-focused, team-oriented, and committed to the children and families served. In this role, you will assist in bone marrow procedures and SWEAT testing for Cystic fibrosis.

Requirements

Medical Lab Scientist: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an 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.
Medical Lab Technician: Associate Degree in a 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) OR; Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science and 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR; Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
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Nice To Haves

Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
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.