Medical Lab Technician - UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

Join Our Team at UPMC Shadyside – Medical Lab Technician Opportunity!

Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? UPMC Shadyside is seeking a full-time Medical Lab Technician to join our Automated Testing Lab (ATL)—a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who prefer steady daylight hours with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

At ATL, you'll be part of a supportive and diverse team that works closely together to deliver high-quality, impactful results. If you're looking for a role that offers not only professional growth and recognition, but also the chance to truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

UPMC is currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for qualified Medical Lab Technicians!

Responsibilities:

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  Perform accurate and timely specimen collection, processing, and analysis, including phlebotomy as needed.

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  Conduct moderate complexity testing independently, and high complexity testing under supervision.

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  Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal results, instrument issues, and other lab concerns following established protocols.

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  Ensure precise data entry and maintain specimen integrity throughout the testing process.

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  Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment; perform quality control and routine maintenance.

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  Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and lab team members.

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  Follow all safety, compliance, and confidentiality standards.

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  Support training and onboarding of new team members and students.

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• Associate's degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), OR
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• 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
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• Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
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• Minimum 1year's experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
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• Act 34
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran