Medical Laboratory Scientist - UPMC Lititz

Responsibilities

• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
• Pick up and process specimens for analysis according to established protocols.
• Recognize critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow up according to established protocols.
• Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take necessary corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain equipment within the scope of training using defined schedules and written instructions for quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Prefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Requirements

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
• New York License required for NY locations.
• Act 34 clearance required.