Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist/Lead Medical Lab Technician Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA

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  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking to take the next step in your career? UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a Lead Medical Lab Scientist or Technician to join the Automated Testing Lab (ATL) team! We are looking for individuals who are interested in working daylight shifts of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays required.

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The Automated Testing Lab is a modern, state of the art facility where you will have the opportunity to make an impact on life-changing medicine. This lab offers a positive work environment with natural light, a diverse team that works close together, and opportunities for growth and recognition.

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Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Lead Medical Lab Technician's salary starts at $24.40/hour.

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UPMC is offering a generous sign-on bonus for Medical Lab Scientists and Medical Lab Technicians of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

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Responsibilities:

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  • Assumes supervisory duties and performs in-charge duties as needed.

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  • Assists supervisory personnel in the observation and documentation of laboratory staff competency.

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  • Assists the Laboratory Supervisor or Manager with staff scheduling as directed.

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  • Ensures that instrument maintenance and/or function checks are performed and documented accurately, according to procedure.

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  • Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and informs the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director of problems.

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  • Reviews QC logs. Documents and brings to the attention of the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in QC.

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  • Compiles QA data and prepares reports as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor, Manager, or Director.

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  • Monitors proficiency testing activity and assists the Director with evaluation of results and documentation of responses to deficiencies.

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  • Represents the Laboratory on Hospital committees as needed.

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  • Adheres to abnormal and/or critical results reporting policy and turn-around-time policy.

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  • Participates in and monitors quality assurance indicators.

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  • Helps to monitor subordinate attendance and tardiness.

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  • Adheres to the compliance policy and serves as a resource for subordinate questions.

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  • Adheres to all safety policies as outlined in the Laboratory Safety Manual.

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  • Demonstrates awareness of appropriate inventory levels in all relevant sections of the laboratory. Takes action to prevent supply shortages or overages.

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  • New procedures are mastered within established time frames.

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  • Demonstrates awareness of changes in procedures and protocols.

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  • Performs orientation and training assignments in an organized, thorough manner.

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  • Develops, performs, and/or evaluates special projects.

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  • Performs test evaluations and validations of new procedures and/or reagent systems.

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  • Formulates, authors and/or revises procedures according to CLSI guidelines.

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  • Prepares and delivers student lectures and bench instruction where relevant

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  • All duties of a Medical Technologist

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Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist:

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  • Three years' experience as a Medical Technologist (MLT/MLS) required, including two year's experience in the host laboratory preferred.

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Lead Medical Laboratory Technician:

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  • Three years' experience with certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Four years' experience without certification required, including two years' experience in the host laboratory preferred.

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  • ASCP or equivalent certification in Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or categorical certification preferred.

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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: \n
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  • ASCP or equivalent certification in medical technology (MT) or categorical certification preferred. 
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  • Act 34
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Holiday work, Relocation bonus, Shift work,

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