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UC Davis Health System

Sr Echo Tech

Washington, PA · On-site

The Echo Lab uses ultrasound systems manufactured by different vendors. It is expected that the Sr. ... Demonstrates an ability to express self in all areas of communication (verbal, written, nonverbal ...

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To excel as a Lab Express (Laboratory Courier), you need a valid driver's license, familiarity with safe specimen handling protocols, and a strong attention to detail. Experience with barcode scanning devices, specimen tracking software, and adherence to regulatory guidelines such as OSHA and HIPAA is often required. Excellent time management, reliability, and good communication skills help build trust and ensure efficient collaboration with lab staff and medical offices. These abilities are essential for timely, secure specimen delivery and maintaining the integrity of laboratory processes.

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As a Lab Express employee, your main responsibilities involve safely transporting laboratory specimens, samples, and medical supplies between collection sites and laboratories. You will ensure that all items are properly labeled, documented, and stored according to protocols to maintain sample integrity during transit. Coordination with laboratory staff, healthcare providers, and occasionally patients is common to resolve logistical questions or urgent delivery needs. The role often requires meeting strict delivery schedules and adhering to all safety and confidentiality regulations, making attention to detail and dependability essential.

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A Lab Express job typically involves transporting medical specimens, lab supplies, and test results between healthcare facilities, laboratories, and hospitals. This role may require driving a designated route, ensuring timely and secure deliveries, and following proper handling procedures to maintain specimen integrity. Lab Express employees often work for medical courier services, hospital labs, or diagnostic companies. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and knowledge of safety protocols are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Lab Express job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $52,642 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Supervisor, Laboratory - UPMC West Shore

UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center

Mechanicsburg, PA

$51.73/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Starting pay for the Laboratory Supervisor role is $37.09/hr with a max pay rate of $51.73/hr.

Purpose:
Supervise assigned laboratories/departments through managing, planning, servicing, organizing and controlling the activities of personnel engaged in the collection and transport of patient specimens, the processing and handling of laboratory specimens and in the generation of timely and accurate test results. All activities are directed in accordance with the express standards of accrediting agencies, the Laboratory Director and the UPMC Laboratory Service Center. Assures compliance with the UPMC mission and values for providing service excellence. Implied accountability to patients and the medical staff servicing those patients also exist. Use a wide range of independent judgment and discretion in order to coordinate the efforts of the particular laboratory/department for the maximum benefit of patients served.
Responsibilities:
 

  • Investigates and develops new techniques and instrumentation. Promotes continuous quality improvement activities.
  • Interviews and selects personnel that contribute to an engaged and motivated staff. Coaches and develops staff and initiates corrective actions via Human Resources as necessary.
  • Ensures adherence to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Maintains up to date policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory guidelines (CAP, Joint Commission, etc). Informs staff of policy and procedure changes.
  • Completes all projects assigned by the Laboratory Director, or Manager in a timely fashion.
  • Develops annual capital and operating budgets and manages all budgets in accordance with established financial guidelines. Investigates and corrects any budget variances.
  • Ensures that time and attendance for subordinates meet departmental expectations. Monitors and approves payroll.
  • Receives and investigates all complaints concerning the laboratories and its personnel and takes action to resolve concerns when necessary.
  • Continually evaluates section performance to ensure clinical value and quality of results
  • Participates in hospital committees as appropriate to represent the laboratory. Leads lab work groups
  • Remains abreast of developments in the field of management and laboratory science while pursuing a program of self-development.
  • Supervises technical staff, ensures adequate training, conducts competency assessments, and completes annual performance appraisals on time.
  • Performs duties of a Medical Technologist as required.
  • Provides direction to the technical and clerical staff to maintain optimal workflow and productivity. Coordinates staffing to assure maximum efficiency and equal distribution of the workload.
  • Interacts courteously and professionally with all Laboratory customers, clients and staff. Promotes positive interdisciplinary relations.
  • Establishes both short and long term operational goals, and implements appropriate monitoring and control systems to ensure the laboratories are achieving strategic goals.
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science, OR a successfully completed HEW (HHS) proficiency examination, and 4 years Clinical Laboratory experience. 
  • Bachelor degrees in a non-science will be considered only if candidate meets ‘general supervisor’ qualifications per CLIA ’88 regulatory standards.
  • Ability to engage, develop and encourage employees to fulfill their full potential. 
  • Ability to supervise personnel in situations of high stress levels and be able to reconcile the objectives of management and the medical staff to produce optimal departmental outcomes. 

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking. 

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    xcellent verbal and written communication skills.

    For NY locations/laboratories holding NY state licensures ONLY: Six years clinical lab experience required
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
    New York license required for NY locations. Six years clinical lab experience required for NY locations.Am Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification preferred.

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