Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures in hematology and oncology while ensuring strict adherence to quality control and safety protocols. Manage specimen collection via phlebotomy and maintain laboratory instrumentation to ensure accurate patient results.
Make a Difference Every Day at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Are you ready to bring your skills to a team that’s changing lives?
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a regular full-time Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician to support our medical oncology offices in Johnstown, Indiana, and Altoona, PA.
This position is eligible for a float differential and mileage reimbursement.
In this patient-facing role, you’ll combine your phlebotomy expertise and laboratory skills to directly impact the care and comfort of cancer patients.
You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team—where your work truly matters.
Why You’ll Love It Here: Daylight schedule, Monday–Friday – no evenings, weekends, or holidays!
This flexible role will work a minimum of 28 hours per week, but also could flex up to 40 hours per week to cover staff vacations, sick time, census increases/decreases, etc.
The best part, you still get the perks/benefits of a full-time UPMC employee!
Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career.
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Practices pleasant communications both internally and externally. Adhere to established laboratory and 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. 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.
Minimum 1 years’ experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Completion of an MLT program highly preferred.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. New York License required for NY locations. Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in laboratory science with appropriate certification (MLT/MLS) or equivalent clinical experience. Preference is given to candidates with hospital laboratory experience and phlebotomy skills.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, allied health employers commonly look for diagnostic medical sonographers with an approved diploma or degree, current ARDMS certification, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with medical staff and patients. These roles can be competitive because employers want candidates who are both technically prepared and comfortable in patient-facing settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of independent clinical work before applying.
