Hours: 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
UPMC East is excited to be hiring a full-time, evening shift Medical Technologist or Medical Lab Technician! This role will be scheduled 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities.
Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. Medical Technologist salary starts at $20.49/hour. Medical Lab Technician salary starts at $16.63/hour.
Sign-on bonus up to $7,000 available for candidates meeting their education, licensure, and experience requirements at the Medical Technologist level!
In this role you will provide authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to treatment. Apply competent clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical testing which leads to quality patient care outcomes.
Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies.
Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated.
Conduct, direct or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection and implementation.
Follow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results.
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.
Perform all responsibilities according to the philosophy of the UPMC Health System such that the needs of our customers are fulfilled.
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 take action as outlined in predetermined protocols.
Train and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
Use reagents and supplies in a cost-effective manner; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
Equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA '88 for individuals performing high complexity testing.
Prefer minimum 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.
Prefer knowledge of Medical terminology and laboratory information system experience.
Medical Technologist (MT(ASCP)) certification preferred.