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Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - UPMC Harrisburg

UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center • Harrisburg, PA, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team at UPMC Harrisburg – Medical Lab Technician & Medical Lab Scientists Opportunity!

Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? UPMC Harrisburg is seeking full-time Medical Laboratory Scientists and Medical Laboratory Technicians to join our dynamic microbiology team. This full-time role includes day and evening shifts, with some holiday and weekend coverage. These roles are generalist opportunities that will support and rotate through all areas of the laboratory.

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Scientists salary starts at $29.07 / hour.

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.

Eligible positions include the opportunity for up to an $15,000 sign-on bonus

Apply today & start your career in Life Changing Medicine with UPMC!

Responsibilities :

Maintain professional and courteous communication with all laboratory clients and respond promptly to inquiries.

Adhere strictly to laboratory and hospital policies regarding procedures, quality control, safety, and compliance.

Accurately collect, process, and analyze specimens in an efficient manner.

Recognize and appropriately address critical or abnormal test results in accordance with established protocols.

Troubleshoot instrumentation and methodological issues, performing minor repairs as necessary.

Conduct routine quality control, preventive maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment.

Manage reagent usage and maintain adequate supply inventory.

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and physiological factors affecting test outcomes.

Participate in test development, methodology evaluation, and equipment implementation.

Independently perform High Complexity Testing as defined by regulatory standards.

Assume temporary supervisory responsibilities as delegated.

Facilitate the training and orientation of new employees, students, and residents.

Medical Lab Technician :

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.

Minimum 1year’s experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Medical Lab Scientist :

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;

Prefer 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory.

Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.

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