<p>UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Laboratory Support Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, or Medical Laboratory Scientist to support the Microbiology Lab!</p> <p>We are looking for individuals who are interested in working evening hours, four 10-hour shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays.</p> <p>In this role, you will join a highly innovative lab with a large, diverse team that allows you to make a direct impact on life-changing medicine. This lab provides high-volume service to multiple hospitals within the UPMC system and is the core laboratory for the Urban area!</p> <p>Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Technician salary starts at $22.76 an hour. The Laboratory Support Tech level salary starts at $18.80 an hour.</p> <p>MLS/MLT roles are eligible for a generous sign-on bonus for those who qualify!</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner. </li><li>Recognize critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results, and follow up according to established protocols. </li><li>Recognize factors that affect measurements and results, and initiate the necessary corrective action according to established protocols. </li><li>Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and act as outlined in predetermined protocols. </li><li>Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. </li><li>Perform minor repairs. </li><li>Use reagents and supplies cost-effectively, monitoring and maintaining an appropriate supply inventory. </li><li>Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, as well as their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results. </li><li>Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation. </li><li>Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision. </li><li>Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Medical Lab Scientist:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Technology program OR, </li><li>Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or MLT categorical certification OR, </li><li>Bachelor's of Science from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least two years of experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory. </li><li>One year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. </li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. </li></ul> <p>Medical Lab Technician:</p> <ul> <li>Associate's Degree in a laboratory science (or eligible new graduate) with certification from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) OR, </li><li>Bachelor's of Science from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND 6 months of clinical laboratory experience OR, </li><li>Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. </li><li>One year of experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. </li><li>Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. </li></ul> <p>Laboratory Support Technician:</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 2 years of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab, OR </li><li>Associate's Degree (with biology and chemistry courses) and at least 1year of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR </li><li>Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and 1 year of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR </li><li>Successful completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course, OR </li><li>Bachelor's of Science from an accredited institution with a major in biological or clinical laboratory science, OR </li><li>Currently enrolled in a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or equivalent training program, with 3 years college credits required. </li></ul> <p>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</p> <ul> <li>Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. </li><li>Act 34 </li></ul> <p>UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</p>