Medical Laboratory Scientist (Multiple Openings)
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Job Description: UPMC Wellsboro seeks Medical Laboratory Scientists in Wellsboro, PA to provide authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to treatment; adhere to established laboratory/hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies; 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; perform all duties inclusive of a medical laboratory technician and 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; maintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results; operate and maintain equipment including performing quality control checks, preventive maintenance, calibration and minor repairs. Use reagents and supplies in a cost-effective manner and monitor/maintain an appropriate supply inventory; perform High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH); identify critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols; recognize factors that affect measurements/results and initiate the necessary corrective action; identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take action according to protocols; train and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned; work the Night Shift (3PM - 11:30PM & 4PM - 12:30AM shifts). \n Job Responsibilities:\n\nProvide authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient's response to treatment; \nAdhere to established laboratory/hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance and personnel policies; \nFollow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample; \nPerform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner; \nPerform all duties inclusive of a medical laboratory technician and assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department on a temporary basis as delegated; \nConduct, direct or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection and implementation; \nMaintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results; \nOperate and maintain equipment including performing quality control checks, preventive maintenance, calibration and minor repairs; \nUse reagents and supplies in a cost-effective manner and monitor/maintain an appropriate supply inventory; \nPerform High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH); \nIdentify critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols; \nRecognize factors that affect measurements/results and initiate the necessary corrective action; \nIdentify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take action according to protocols; \nTrain and orient new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned; and \nWork the Night Shift (3PM - 11:30PM & 4PM - 12:30AM shifts). \n· Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university, or equivalent, in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; and \n· Work Night Shift (3PM - 11:30PM & 4PM - 12:30AM shifts). \n\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran