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Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Medical Lab Technician (Hematology/Oncology) – Day Shift

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

PostedMarch 4, 2026

Pay$22.12–$41.64 / hr

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About this role

Make a Difference Every Day at ST Health Hillman Cancer Center

Are you ready to bring your skills to a team that’s changing lives? ST Health Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a regular full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support our medical oncology offices at ST Health Passavant-McCandless and ST Health Passavant-Cranberry.

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.

This position will work between 56 to 80 hours per pay period (2 weeks) with Monday-Friday daylight hours and receive full-time benefits. 

Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • Daylight schedule, Monday–Friday – no evenings, weekends, or holidays!
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career.

Compensation:

  • Medical Lab Technician: Starting at $22.12/hour with a sign on bonus of $10,000!
  • Medical Lab Scientist: Starting at $27.78/hour with a sign-on bonus of $15,000!

Final title and salary will be based on your experience and education.

We are seeking candidates who have successfully completed an MLT or MLS program, or those with extensive experience in hematology to join our team!

Join us in delivering hope and healing to those who need it most.
Apply today and take the next step in your lab career with ST Health Hillman Cancer Center!

Responsibilities:
 

  • 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.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title & salary based on their experience and education.

Medical Laboratory Scientist:

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of a CAHEA accredited Medical Technology program,
    • OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical 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.
  • Phlebotomy experience preferred.
  • Completion of an MLS program highly preferred.

Medical Lab Technician:

  • Associate degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA),
    • OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, with 6 months of clinical laboratory experience
    • OR equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA ’88 for individuals performing high complexity testing. 
  • Experience: 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.



Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Technician MLT(ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.

  • Act 34


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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$22.12–$41.64 / hr

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

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# Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Medical Lab Technician (Hematology/Oncology) - Day Shift

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Labs
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health CancerCenter
- Pay: $22.12–$41.64 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-04T12:00:15.67Z

## Description

**Make a Difference Every Day at ST Health Hillman Cancer Center**

Are you ready to bring your skills to a team that’s changing lives? ST Health Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a regular full-time Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist) or Medical Lab Technician to support our medical oncology offices at ST Health Passavant-McCandless and ST Health Passavant-Cranberry.
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Life at Pepper Health

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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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