Lab Support Tech - UPMC Washington

UPMC•Washington, PA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Washington is looking for a Medical Lab Scientist OR a Medical Lab Technician OR a Lab Support Tech to join our team of excellent laboratory professionals in our Microbiology department! As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, respect and teamwork. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients while furthering your career in a supportive setting. Along with an exciting role, we are happy to offer professional growth opportunities as well as a robust Total Rewards package to help you achieve your goals because we believe you’re at your best when receiving the support you need in all areas of life: professional, personal, financial, and more. Apply today & start your career in Life Changing Medicine with UPMC! UPMC offers a robust Laboratory Career Ladder, where candidates will be placed into the correct level and status based on education and background; Lab Support Technician (min= $19.80) Medical Laboratory Technician (min= $24.81) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (min= $28.90) and so on!

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA 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.
Associate’s degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, with 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA ’88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 2yrs experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab, OR Associate degree (with biology and chemistry courses) and at least 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR Successful completion of a 50wk U.S. military medical laboratory training course, OR B.S. degree from an accredited institution with a major in a biological or clinical laboratory science OR Currently enrolled in a MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent training program, with 3 yrs college credits required.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
New York License required for NY locations.
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Nice To Haves

Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
Minimum 1-years’ experience in a hospital laboratory preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
MLT/MLS Degree or a Bachelor's degree for the Lab Support Tech role.

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.
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.
Prepares specimens at workstations for testing.
Includes building worklists, checking specimens for acceptability (clots, QNS), aliquoting specimens, loading/unloading specimens onto instruments.
Prepares microscopic slides and plants specimens in microbiologic growth media where required.
Prepares and replenishes instrument reagents and consumables as needed.
Assists with specimen/slide storage and retrieval.- Checks pending work lists. Investigates and resolves any unprocessed work. - Decontaminates work area, keeping a neat and clean working environment.
All duties of a Specimen Processor including: Answers phone inquiries. Investigates specimen status and report disposition. Directs callers to additional resources as needed.- Receives, sorts, prepares and delivers testing-ready specimens for analysis to work areas. - Demonstrates service orientation approach by conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm and a positive attitude in work situations.