Medical Laboratory Scientist/Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
UPMC Shadyside is currently looking for a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist or Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team in the Special Stem Cell Laboratory! The general working hours are primarily Monday to Friday during daylight hours, with some flexibility required and rotating on-call coverage.
In this role, you will be a part of our dynamic testing and manufacturing lab, responsible for producing life-saving products. Our staff get the chance to interact directly with patients during cell collection and transplant procedures. This hands-on experience will allow you to personally see the valuable impact of your dedicated work!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title based on individual education and experience. The Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist's salary starts at $27.54.
UPMC is currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for Medical Lab Scientists:
Sign-On Bonus Details:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Medical Lab Scientist:
Expert Medical Lab Scientist:
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
In this role, you will be a part of our dynamic testing and manufacturing lab, responsible for producing life-saving products. Our staff get the chance to interact directly with patients during cell collection and transplant procedures. This hands-on experience will allow you to personally see the valuable impact of your dedicated work!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title based on individual education and experience. The Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist's salary starts at $27.54.
UPMC is currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for Medical Lab Scientists:
Sign-On Bonus Details:
- $10,000 for a 2-year commitment
- $15,000 for a 3-year commitment
Responsibilities:
- Follows established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample. Performs qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
- Recognizes critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols. Recognizes factors affecting measurements and results and initiates corrective action according to established protocols. Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and act as outlined in predetermined protocols.
- Operates and maintains equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Performs minor repairs. Uses reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.
- Conducts directs, or assists with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
- Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
Qualifications:
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
- 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.
Expert Medical Lab Scientist:
- Completion of a 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 categorical certification for the specific specialty by the ASCP, OR
- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least 2 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 technologists performing high complexity testing.
- Required minimum 1-year advanced laboratory experience with applicable specialty certification OR 2 years advanced laboratory experience in absence of specialty certification.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Created: 2024-08-22
Reference: 6136565096
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Pittsburgh
ZIP: 15216
About UPMC Senior Communities
Founded in: 1893
Number of Employees: 110000
Website: https://www.upmc.com/
Career site: https://careers.upmc.com/
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