Information Technology For Development Impact Factor Jobs in Pittsburgh

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience with research or following work processes (gathering requirements, capturing notes, documentation). Any clinical experience can work as well.
• Customer service experience. Ability to get people out of their comfort zone and be someone’s friend for a day. This person should enjoy working with people daily.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to remain adaptable and flexible in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and solve problems.
• 1+ year of experience with Windows and macOS

Plusses:

• Experience with virtual reality systems, cameras and optical systems, lighting systems, and audio systems

Day-to-Day

The Research Associate will collect face and body data gathered from large-scale capture domes and VR headsets by:

• Staging and setting-up equipment for the study, which may include engaging with engineering, external equipment vendors, internal and external safety evaluators, and the research study team to ensure the equipment is set up properly.
• Conducting the study, including participant coaching and interaction, operating complex, experimental capture systems, and debriefing with team leadership as necessary
• Performing basic troubleshooting of capture systems (hardware and software) and escalate any bugs or issues using internal tools.
• Providing research study support, including data collection, tracking of participants, and tracking of equipment and procedures.
• Contributing to and/or update existing documentation.
• Serving as a participant for studies and being captured in various systems as needed.
• Completing project work related to captures such as recording and updating capture scripts.
• Attending all required trainings, meetings, and standups
• Providing feedback for process improvement areas

Expectations for Success

To be able to successfully execute on the day-to-day responsibilities above, the Research Associate is expected to:

• Review SOPs and other any other relevant documentation and consult with the responsible Lead for any questions or clarifications in advance of the capture.
• Stay up to date with process and SOP changes for frequently used systems.
• Arrive on-time for captures and allow additional time, if needed, to review unfamiliar systems or SOPs and for operational set up
• Arrive on-time and prepared with relevant information or materials for all required trainings, meetings, and standups.
• Approach each capture and project with ability and flexibility. Be prepared to quickly pivot to new tasks, approaches to capture, or steps in documented processes to keep the team moving forward, even during blocking events.
• Provide a comfortable and professional experience for participants (both internal and external) through all interactions including providing updates and breaks during troubleshooting or other capture-blocking events.
• Ensure highest quality and accuracy of data captured by maintaining a sterile and distraction-free capture environment.
• Escalate any issues to the Engineer Team and properly documenting, in-detail, the nature of the issue.
• Address any areas for improvement of the capture process in scheduled meetings and/or via internal feature request tools.
• Identify (or partner with the Team Lead(s)) projects and tasks that can be completed during larger blocking events and during planned and unplanned system downtime.

Location: 100% On-Site – Pittsburgh, PA

Duration: 6 months with potential for extensions

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift: Flexible shift availability; 2:30-11pm EST

Compensation: $22/hour

Paid Time Off/ Paid Sick Time: 15 Days/ 120 hours (10 PTO Days + Accrued Sick Days)

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

LPN/LVN Career Opportunity

Embark on Your Compassionate LPN/LVN Journey at Encompass Health

Are you in search of a fulfilling healthcare career close to your heart and home? Encompass Health welcomes you warmly, offering a space that feels like home from day one, where you're valued and embraced as if we've been long-time friends. Join us in making a positive impact on the community, delivering care and support to patients while contributing to their inspiring outcomes. If this resonates with you, you're in the right place. As an LPN/LVN, your understanding of the significance of small victories drives you. Utilize your specialized skill set to deliver top-tier, compassionate, and personalized care, dedicating time to deeply comprehend patients and support their rehabilitation goals. Within an environment where our team embodies drive, support, warmth, and inspiration, access cutting-edge equipment and technology. Our commitment starts on day one, prioritizing your growth, development, and well-being through our tuition reimbursement program and personalized career path plans.

Welcome to a career where your compassion fuels impactful care and personal fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our World

Whether you're establishing the foundations of your career or a seasoned LPN/LVN in search of a nurturing work environment to call home, we're confident you'll sense the difference the moment you become part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means being associated with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, all united for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.

Benefits That Begin With You

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
• A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do!

Be the LPN/LVN You've Always Aspired to Be

Your impactful journey involves:

• Providing direct patient care, aligning with the personalized care plan and physician orders.
• Observing patient behaviors, including monitoring vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatments.
• Collaborating directly with Registered Nurses to report findings and execute patient care plans.
• Cultivating meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN licensure as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification.
• One year of experience in an inpatient medical-surgical or general hospital setting is preferred.
• Rehabilitation experience is preferred.

We're eager to meet you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!

Blink Health is the fastest growing healthcare technology company that builds products to make prescriptions accessible and affordable to everybody. Our two primary products – BlinkRx and Quick Save – remove traditional roadblocks within the current prescription supply chain, resulting in better access to critical medications and improved health outcomes for patients.

BlinkRx is the world’s first pharma-to-patient cloud that offers a digital concierge service for patients who are prescribed branded medications. Patients benefit from transparent low prices, free home delivery, and world-class support on this first-of-its-kind centralized platform. With BlinkRx, never again will a patient show up at the pharmacy only to discover that they can’t afford their medication, their doctor needs to fill out a form for them, or the pharmacy doesn’t have the medication in stock.

We are a highly collaborative team of builders and operators who invent new ways of working in an industry that historically has resisted innovation. Join us!

*This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA (Robinson Township); candidates must reside locally.

The Opportunity

The Patient Services Operations team is at the forefront of Blink’s mission to bring affordable prices and deliver the best experience for our patients. As a Supervisor, Pharmacy Operations (Prior Authorization), you will play a critical role in ensuring the day-to-day execution of prior authorization workflows within a fast-growing hub pharmacy environment.

This is a hands-on management role for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume operations and enjoys working closely with front-line teams. You will directly supervise hourly specialists, manage daily production performance, and ensure SLAs, quality standards, and productivity goals are consistently met.

Success in this role requires strong execution, attention to detail, and a commitment to team development. You’ll monitor queue health, coach employees using performance data, address workflow issues in real time, and escalate risks appropriately. You will also support the rollout of new processes and tools, helping your team adapt effectively as the business evolves.

This is an opportunity to build strong foundational leadership skills, develop high-performing teams, and make a direct impact on patient outcomes through operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Executing Daily Production Operations

• Own the success of the end-to-end prior authorization journey in order to provide an exceptional provider experience and meet program SLAs
• Monitor queue volumes throughout the day and reallocate work as needed to maintain productivity, across all prior authorization functions
• Perform quality checks and ensure team adherence to established processes and compliance standards
• Address workflow errors or issues as they arise and partner with leadership when escalation is needed
• Step into production during high-volume periods or coverage gaps
• Cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment and culture
• Perform other job duties, as assigned

Direct Team Supervision

• Supervise a team of hourly prior authorization specialists, on-site and virtually in other location(s)
• Set clear daily performance expectations aligned to established productivity and quality targets
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings focused on performance, development, and engagement
• Provide real-time coaching and feedback based on observed performance and metrics
• Support corrective action processes when expectations are not met
• Assist with hiring, onboarding and training new team members
• Maintain accurate timecard, attendance, and documentation records
• Operate with a tech-forward mindset, leveraging systems, dashboards, and data to drive performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making
• Ensure all tasks are performed in a safe and compliant manner that is consistent with corporate policies as well as applicable state and federal laws

Managing Performance Through Data

• Review daily and weekly performance reports to track productivity, SLA attainment, and quality.
• Use data to guide coaching conversations and prioritization decisions.
• Flag trends, risks, or recurring issues to Pharmacy Operations leadership.
• Ensure team metrics are updated and communicated clearly.

Supporting Process & System Changes

• Champion adoption of new technologies, operational changes, tools or policy updates, ensuring prior authorization specialists are trained, supported, and aligned during rollouts.
• Provide feedback from the frontline to leadership regarding system challenges or training needs.
• Participate in testing or rollout support for operational changes.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of management and/or supervisory experience in a fast paced metrics driven environment with accountability to performance KPIs and service-level goals
• Demonstrate quality experience coaching employee performance and partnering with HR to manage employee relations issues
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Technical aptitude and ability to learn new software
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to coach agents
• Ability to adapt to changing processes, technologies and workloads
• Comfortable managing daily production targets, SLAs, and quality standards
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and effectively navigate ambiguity to drive results
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Operations Management, or related field
• 5 years experience as an individual contributor in a retail, specialty pharmacy, healthcare, PBM, insurance, or pharmacy/medical claims (experience in revenue cycle, claims adjustment and benefits coordination may qualify)
• Proficient understanding of prior authorization operational standards
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations and compliance
• Data-driven mindset with experience in analyzing performance metrics and reporting

What success looks like in the role:

• Daily production goals and SLAs are consistently met.
• Team members clearly understand expectations and improve performance over time.
• Attendance, quality, and productivity issues are addressed promptly.
• Workflow disruptions are minimized through proactive daily management.
• The team demonstrates strong process adherence and accountability.

Location/Hours:

Fully onsite role in Robinson Township, PA (Pittsburgh, PA)

Monday - Friday 8 hours shift between 8am - 9pm EST and Saturday rotation 9am - 5pm EST

Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company is growing - and so can your career. Be part of a global leader in environmental solutions, where your work directly impacts the quality of air and water around the world.   

Position: Welder I
Location: Equipment & Assembly Plant – Pittsburgh, PA 

Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, dress for your day, hybrid schedules, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.  

Hours of work: Mondays - Fridays, 40 Hrs/Wk - 3 shift operation 

An entry level position under the supervision of the E&A supervisor or group leader, the Welder I will perform all functions under this job description. This includes all necessary functions to maintain a clean and safe shop. The Welder I will comply with all Company and Safety Policies and procedures in the performance of assigned duties. The Welder I performs tack welding and finish welding of piping systems utilizing both SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding procedures. Certification to CCC procedures is required. The Welder I welds vessels and structural components utilizing SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding processes. Performs these procedures to meet CCC certified procedures. The Welder I inspects own work to ensure compliance to drawings and weld procedures and makes necessary repairs. The Welder I will operate Fork trucks, jib cranes and overhead crane after training. The Welder I assist in other areas of the plan as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to) 

• Complying with company policy
• Material handling/movement
• Welding
  

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
• Associates degree (A.A.), or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred
• 2-3 years welding experience is required
• ASME code welding is preferred

About Calgon Carbon 

At Calgon Carbon, we are scientific innovators with a proud legacy of over 80 years and more than 205 patents to our name. Since pioneering the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, we’ve been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions to meet the world’s evolving air and water purification needs.

Today, our portfolio includes more than 700 direct market applications across a wide range of industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,685 professionals and operates 20 facilities worldwide dedicated to manufacturing, reactivation, innovation, and equipment fabrication. In Europe, we operate under the name Chemviron.

In March 2018, Calgon Carbon became part of the Kuraray Group. Together, we offer complementary products and services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon solutions to customers around the globe.

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran

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Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company is growing - and so can your career. Be part of a global leader in environmental solutions, where your work directly impacts the quality of air and water around the world.

Position: Blaster
Location: Neville Island Equipment and Assembly facility - Pittsburgh, PA

$24.38 to start with a wage step progression plan
Eligibility to receive a $500 new hire retention bonus after 9-months
Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor or Group Leader, the Blaster will perform tasks as necessary in the fabrication and maintenance of Calgon Carbon Corporation products and equipment. The worker will perform all assigned duties in compliance with all company and safety policies and procedures.   

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Abrasive blasts interior and exterior of tanks and piping systems to achieve the specified SSPC surface cleanliness and surface profile
• Assists sprayers as required
• Inspects interior and exterior lining and coating systems on purchased and produced equipment
• Coatings include but are not limited to:Plasite4110, 4006,Ceilcote242, epoxy, polyurethane-based coatings
• Prepares equipment for painting and coating by cleaning, solvent wiping, taping and papering prior to painting
• Mixes paint and linings in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
• Visually inspects own work for defects and noncompliance to specifications and makes necessary repairs
• Inspections will include both surface preparation and finished coatings
• Surface preparation verification in accordance with SSPC for cleanliness and surface profile
• Coating inspection will include dry film thickness gage use, holiday or spark testing
• Complete inspection result documentation.
• Ambient condition monitoring and reporting
• Wet bulb and dry bulb temperature, relative humidity and surface temperature to ensure application requirement compliance
• Operate fork trucks and overhead cranes while moving equipment in and out of paint booth 
• Assist in other areas with various tasks as required.
• Comply with company policies
• Blasting
• Labor/Assist paint

Qualifications

• Must be able to work a 3 shift rotation
• Less than high school education is required  
• 0-2 years general labor experience is required
• Sand blasting experience is preferred

About Calgon Carbon

At Calgon Carbon, we are scientific innovators with a proud legacy of over 80 years and more than 205 patents to our name. Since pioneering the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, we’ve been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions to meet the world’s evolving air and water purification needs.

Today, our portfolio includes more than 700 direct market applications across a wide range of industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,685 professionals and operates 20 facilities worldwide dedicated to manufacturing, reactivation, innovation, and equipment fabrication. In Europe, we operate under the name Chemviron.

In March 2018, Calgon Carbon became part of the Kuraray Group. Together, we offer complementary products and services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon solutions to customers around the globe.

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran

Compensation details: 24.38-24.38 Hourly Wage

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About GNC

Since 1935, GNC has been a global leader in health and wellness innovation, inspiring people to achieve their goals with a trusted and dynamic range of products. As #TeamGNC, we prioritize our consumers, constantly collaborating and developing new ideas to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Our team is passionate about driving change and turning aspirations into actions. We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve it. Join us in empowering others to Live Well!

What We’re Looking For:

At GNC we embrace a “Live Well” philosophy, fostering a dynamic environment where innovation meets passion. Whether someone is an athlete or just starting to focus on their health, we want to deliver the cutting-edge products they deserve. We are looking for an individual who is excited and eager to play a pivotal role in driving excellence in the health and wellness industry. This position offers the opportunity to engage in a collaborative environment where you will make a personal impact every day.

GNC is seeking a IT Operations Analyst who will monitor and detect system events, variances, and problems. Observed deviations will be logged, triaged, reported, and corrected, or escalated, if required. Production process scheduling and promotions to production are performed. Provide support for overflow calls from the Service Desk. The position also needs the ability to be able to multi-task assignments and moderate conference bridge calls for incidents.

What You’ll Do: This is a overnight shift Tuesday through Saturday 11pm-7am

This is a Full-Time Hourly Position

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administration/Support of core IT Operations Technologies:

• Monitor and manage the batch processing schedule to ensure timely execution of critical business processes, such as data backups, file transfers, and batch jobs.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise during batch processing, such as job failures, delays, or resource constraints, and take appropriate actions to resolve them promptly.
• Serve as a point of contact for escalations from various IT teams, including application support, infrastructure, and development teams.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security alerts, and respond to critical incidents by initiating appropriate incident response procedures and engaging relevant support teams.
• Manage incidents reported through monitoring and alerting tools, including incident triage, investigation, resolution, and post-incident analysis.
• Document incident details, root cause analysis, and resolution steps in the incident management system, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive measures and process improvements.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work schedule Tuesday through Saturday 11pm-7am
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low/moderate.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Related field or relevant work experience to successfully perform the key accountabilities of the job required
• 1+ years of relevant experience in formal IT and IT Operations
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to work overtime as necessary
• Must have current driver’s license.

GNC Holdings, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer