Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Lab Technician

UPMC Northwest welcomes you to join our team of lab professionals as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Lab Technicians (MLT)! Our roles are generalist opportunities, supporting and rotating through all areas of the laboratory. 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. Apply today & start your career in Life Changing Medicine with UPMC!

Medical Lab Technician salary range: $21.48/hr – $31.19/hr – eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus!

Medical Laboratory Scientist salary range: $26.97 – $35.51/hr – eligible for up to $15,000 sign on bonus! 

In this role, you will engage in the accurate performance of lab testing to diagnose, treat, and evaluate patients that leads to our quality patient care outcomes with opportunity to –

• Process specimens for analysis according to established protocols.
• Ensure testing accuracy and precision by meeting established protocols and timelines.
• Identify critical or abnormal results and take immediate action according to predetermined guidelines.
• Troubleshoot problems related to instrumentation, methodology, specimens, or supplies.
• Participate in test development and evaluate new methodologies, equipment, and techniques.
• Perform and document quality control measures to ensure consistent standards.
• Report any incidents or issues to supervisors or pathologists promptly.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, performing minor repairs when necessary.
• Enter patient demographic and test data into the information management system.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new employees and students, promoting a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications:

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

• Medical Laboratory Scientist:
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited
    Medical Lab Scientist program OR
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT 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.
• 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
    • Candidates with a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science without 6 months of clinical laboratory experience can be considered for our Laboratory Support Technician position, $18.04/hr – $26.71/hr.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ASCP Certifications Preferred:
  • Medical Technologist MT(ASCP),
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP),
  • Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP),
  • Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA),
  • or equivalent ASCP Certification.

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.