Medical Technologist Jobs in Oakmont, PA

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Travel Allied-Radiology Technologist, Nuc Med Tech

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Radiology Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech We are seeking a highly skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our radiology team. In this role, you will prepare and administer radioactive...

Local Allied-Radiology Technologist, Nuc Med Tech

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech We are seeking a highly skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our radiology team. In this role, you will prepare and administer radioactive...

Patient Care Tech - 8C General Surgery/Trauma - AGH - Full Time Nights

  • Pittsburgh, PA (10 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (10 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 8 hours ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as: activities of daily living, skin survey, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection...

Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 8 hours ago

teams + Ability to problem solve **Education/Training:** + High school diploma or GED required + Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not required + CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT and/or phlebotomy...

Full-Time Patient Care Technician - UPMC Presbyterian 11S

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

Perform vital signs checks, blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection, EKGs, and more. Work rotating shifts (day, evening, overnight, weekends, and holidays)....

Patient Care Technician Night Program- Rehab

  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

Core Duties: Performs essential nursing assistant tasks such as blood glucose monitoring, vital signs, specimen collection, and more....

Patient Care Technician - Senior- Clinical Decision Unit

  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride (intra-hospital patient transportation)....

Laboratory Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouses mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable...

Med Tech

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 16 hours ago

Come join the team at WeCare at The Burgh Center ! WeCare at The Burgh is actively seeking a motivated Medication Tech for our community in Pittsburgh, PA. Key Responsibilities • Passes...

Patient Care Technician III - PACU - Jefferson Hospital - Casual

  • Jefferson Hills, PA (16 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Jefferson Hills, PA (16 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

collection, phlebotomy, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, 12 lead EKG testing, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patient...

Patient Care Technician II - Float Pool - Jefferson Hospital - Casual

  • Jefferson Hills, PA (16 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Jefferson Hills, PA (16 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

collection, phlebotomy, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, 12 lead EKG testing, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patient...

Endoscopy Technician - Full Time - Forbes

  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Monroeville, PA (8 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

Company :** Allegheny Health Network **Job Description :** **This position will require a rotational schedule with on call hours.** **GENERAL OVERVIEW:** Acts under the direction of the...

Laboratory Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 21 hours ago

Performs laboratory testing and some analysis on multiple types of specimen samples. Operates and properly sterilizes equipment and maintains inventory and assists with ordering.

Patient Transporter - Part-Time - Shadyside

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

UPMC Shadyside is hiring part-time Cardiac Transporters to help support the day-to-day operations of the Transportation Services Department located in Shadyside, PA. The days and shifts for these...

Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant- 7 West

  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (11 miles from Oakmont, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

Performs the UPMC nursing core responsibilities for nursing assistants: blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care....

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Oakmont, PA

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Oakmont, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.5%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Oakmont, PA
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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