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UPMC Lead Medical Laboratory Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Join Our Team as a Night Shift Lead Medical Lab Scientist!
Are you a skilled Medical Lab Scientist looking to take on a leadership role? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Night Shift Lead. In this role, you will oversee laboratory operations, ensure quality control, and support our team of technologists during the night shift. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering accurate and timely results, we want to hear from you!
The Lead MLT valued step in UPMCs Labs Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience
Responsibilities:
Supervisor Designate:
Act as supervisor when needed.
Communicate issues to higher management.
Participate in administrative call rotation.
Competency:
Help document staff competency.
Complete tasks on time.
Operations:
Perform Medical Technologist duties.
Maintain and troubleshoot instruments.
Review and report QC logs.
Compile QA data and assist with evaluations.
Help with staff scheduling.
Role Model:
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Represent the lab on committees.
Follow reporting, appearance, and compliance policies.
Monitor attendance and tardiness.
Purchasing and Inventory:
Manage inventory levels.
Prevent supply issues.
Purchase supplies when needed.
Training and Development:
Learn new procedures quickly.
Stay updated on changes.
Train and support staff.
Develop and evaluate projects.
Author and revise procedures.
Deliver lectures and bench instruction.
Three years experience as a Medical Technologist required, including two year's experience in the host laboratory preferred.
One years experience in Histocompatibility in an ASHI accredited laboratory required. (only for Tissue Typing Laboratory).
For NY locations/laboratories holding NY state licensures ONLY: Six years clinical lab experience required Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: ASCP or equivalent certification in medical technology (MT) or categorical certification preferred. Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) by the American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) required (only for Tissue Typing Laboratory). New York license required for NY locations.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran