Medical Laboratory Scientist/Expert Medical Laboratory Scientist

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.

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 $25.74.

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:

• 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. 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.

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