Weekend Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Weekend Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist. Qualified individuals will receive an extra 20%25 for the Weekend program on top of their base rate. The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) role requires an 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 a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. A minimum of 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory is preferred, along with familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems. The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS or MT) role requires a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program, OR a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification, OR a 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, OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologist performing high complexity testing. One year of experience in a hospital laboratory is preferred, along with knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances include: Medical Technologist MT(ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS(ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred. New York License required for NY locations. Act 34.

Requirements

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): 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 OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
• Experience: Minimum 1 years' experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS or MT): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program, OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical 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 OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 and PA Bureau of Laboratories for technologist performing high complexity testing.
• Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
• Medical Technologist MT(ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS(ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
• New York License required for NY locations.
• Act 34

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
• Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
• Medical Technologist MT(ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS(ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
• New York License required for NY locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to treatment.
• Apply competent clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical testing which leads to quality patient care outcomes.
• 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.
• Use reagents and supplies in a cost-effective manner; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
• Train and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
• 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 on a temporary basis as delegated.
• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision

Benefits

• SIGN-ON BONUS!! MLS and MLT external/eligible candidates (Part-Time status will receive 1/2; LST level excluded)
• $15,000 with a 2-year commitment
• $10,000 with a 2-year commitment
• Robust Laboratory Career Ladder
• Qualified individuals will receive an extra 20%25 for the Weekend program on top of their base rate!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree