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Medical Lab Scientist/Technician

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

PostedDecember 14, 2025

Pay$28.90–$40.54 / hr

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About this role

Join Our Team at ST Health Shadyside – Medical Lab Technician Opportunity!

Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? ST Health Shadyside is seeking full-time Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists to join our Automated Testing Lab (ATL)—a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who prefer steady daylight hours with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

At ATL, you’ll be part of a supportive and diverse team that works closely together to deliver high-quality, impactful results. If you’re looking for a role that offers not only professional growth and recognition, but also the chance to truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

ST Health is Offering a generous Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000 for those who qualify!

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The Medical Lab Technician’s salary starts at $23.44/hour. 

Responsibilities:

  • Perform accurate and timely specimen collection, processing, and analysis, including phlebotomy as needed.

  • Conduct moderate complexity testing independently, and high complexity testing under supervision.

  • Recognize and respond to critical or abnormal results, instrument issues, and other lab concerns following established protocols.

  • Ensure precise data entry and maintain specimen integrity throughout the testing process.

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment; perform quality control and routine maintenance.

  • Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and lab team members.

  • Follow all safety, compliance, and confidentiality standards.

  • Support training and onboarding of new team members and students.

Medical Lab Technician:

  • Associate’s degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), 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.
  • Minimum 1year’s experience in a hospital laboratory preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. 
     

     

    Medical Lab 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 OR;
  • Prefer 1 year of experience in a hospital laboratory.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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

- 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: 2025-12-14T13:30:20.84Z

## Description

**Join Our Team at ST Health Shadyside – Medical Lab Technician Opportunity!**

Are you ready to play a vital role in life-changing medicine? ST Health Shadyside is seeking **full-time Medical Lab Technicians and Medical Lab Scientists**to join our **Automated Testing Lab (ATL)**—a cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who prefer **steady daylight hours** with **occasional weekend and holiday coverage**.
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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

    ~2 min

    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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