Clinical Lab Tech II - Precision Diagnostics & QC

MUSC Health; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical setting. You will prepare specimens, run routine tests, manage documentation in the LIS, and help ensure accurate results. The role requires patient identification protocols and strong problem-solving skills.

The position emphasizes testing accuracy, instrument troubleshooting, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Certifications and an Associate’s degree in MLT are required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• ASCP BOC Medical Laboratory Technician certification.
• At least 1 year of clinical laboratory experience.
• Proficiency with electronic laboratory computer systems and middleware.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment, instruments, and results.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory results.
• Prepare specimens for testing and ensure correct patient identification using two identifiers.
• Evaluate specimen acceptability and manage receipt in the LIS and middleware.
• Ensure correct labeling and order evaluation in the laboratory information system.
• Conduct routine laboratory testing using automated and non-automated methods per procedures.
• Recognize normal/abnormal values and notify accordingly.
• Troubleshoot computer data problems and instrument issues.
• Communicate testing information clearly to medical and lay persons.
• Process specimens and interpret results based on sample type and test.
• Create and review test/specimen pending worklists.
• Utilize the LIS and middleware proficiently.
• Notify and document critical results as per policy.
• Maintain bench supplies and ensure reagents are ordered at par levels.
• Assist with training and orientation of staff and students.
• Participate in continuing education and uphold Standards of Behavior.
• Engage in process improvement and document results.
• Perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and competency activities.

Skills

1+ year clinical experience

LIS/middleware proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

MUSC Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical setting. You will prepare specimens, run routine tests, manage documentation in the LIS, and help ensure accurate results. The role requires patient identification protocols and strong problem-solving skills.

The position emphasizes testing accuracy, instrument troubleshooting, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Certifications and an Associate’s degree in MLT are required.