Job Description

Job Description

Join our outstanding lab team at UPMC Hamot as a full-time Laboratory Support Technician on second shift (1:45 PM – 10:15 PM). This role follows a steady four-week rotating schedule, including a variety of days (Sunday through Saturday), two weekends every four weeks, and rotating holidays. You'll work alongside dedicated, hardworking professionals to support timely, high-quality patient care. Our lab isn't just efficient — it’s beautiful, with windows on both sides offering breathtaking views of the Bayfront and city skyline. In fact, inspectors often call it the nicest lab in Pennsylvania! We offer a collaborative, positive work environment, comprehensive Total Rewards benefits, and clear opportunities for career growth through a robust career ladder. If you're looking for meaningful work, great teammates, and a setting you’ll be proud to call your own — we’d love to welcome you to the UPMC Hamot lab team!

In this role, there is opportunity to -

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• Receive and prepare specimens for analysis by sorting, labeling, and delivering them to appropriate laboratory sections.
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• Answer phone inquiries, investigate specimen status, and direct callers to appropriate resources as needed.
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• Perform routine maintenance and temperature checks on laboratory instruments following established protocols.
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• Restock laboratory supplies and maintain clean, organized storage areas for all supply types (room temperature, refrigerated, frozen).
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• Prepare and replenish reagents, consumables, and media required for instruments and microbiologic procedures.
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• Execute assigned QA/QC procedures and resolve pending or unprocessed work items from laboratory worklists.
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• Decontaminate work surfaces and clean glassware to ensure a safe, compliant laboratory environment.
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• Transport specimens and deliver laboratory supplies
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Required

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• High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 2yrs experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) required in a clinical lab, OR
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• Associate degree (with biology and chemistry courses) and at least 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
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• Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and 1yr of experience as a Specimen Processor (or equivalent) in a clinical lab, OR
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• Successful completion of a 50wk U.S. military medical laboratory training course, OR
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• B.S. degree from an accredited institution with a major in a biological or clinical laboratory science OR
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• Currently enrolled in an MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent training program, with 3 yrs college credits
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• Medical Laboratory Assistant MLA (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
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• Valid driver's license if one is departmentally required.
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• Act 34
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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