Medical Laboratory Scientist

The UPMC Histocompatibility Laboratory is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop and expand your skills in the field of histocompatibility and immunogenetics, while working with a highly skilled team in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. The schedule is daylight hours Monday through Friday, with rotating on-call responsibilities. 

This is a daylight shift position, with on-call rotation for off shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Follow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample. 
• 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 act as outlined in predetermined protocols.
• 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. Use reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.
• Conduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.
• Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an 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. 
• Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory. 
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. 
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran