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Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedOctober 12, 2025

Pay$28.90–$40.54 / hr

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About this role

Join Our Team at ST Health Shadyside – Special Stem Cell Laboratory

Are you ready to make a life-changing difference every day? ST Health Shadyside is seeking a skilled and dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our cutting-edge Special Stem Cell Laboratory. In this vital role, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where science and compassion come together to create life-saving cellular therapies.

This position primarily follows daylight hours, Monday through Friday. However, it does include participation in a rotating on-call schedule and requires flexibility to accommodate patient care demands. While the core schedule is consistent, adaptability is essential in this unique lab setting.

Our team not only performs high-impact testing and manufacturing but also interacts directly with patients during transplant procedures. This rare hands-on involvement allows you to witness firsthand the powerful results of your expertise.

Ready to be part of something extraordinary? Apply today and help transform lives with every sample you process.

ST Health is currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for Medical Lab Scientists for those who qualify!

Responsibilities:

  • Follows established procedures for the processing of cellular therapy products.
  • Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily 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, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.
  • 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.
  • Performs High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.
  • 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.
  • Train and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an 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 of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. 
  • Act 34


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$28.90–$40.54 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Medical Laboratory Scientist

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Labs
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Shadyside
- Pay: $28.90–$40.54 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-10-12T08:15:29.013Z

## Description

**Join Our Team at ST Health Shadyside – Special Stem Cell Laboratory**

Are you ready to make a life-changing difference every day? ST Health Shadyside is seeking a skilled and dedicated **Medical Laboratory Scientist** to join our cutting-edge **Special Stem Cell Laboratory**. In this vital role, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where science and compassion come together to **create life-saving cellular therapies**.
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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