Med Lab Tech II

Talentburst,-Inc; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst is seeking a Med Lab Tech II for an onsite 12-week contract in Summerville, SC. The shift is 6am-230pm, Mon-Fri, with potential weekend coverage. The role involves performing laboratory analyses, quality testing, and data handling with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include instrument operation, quality control, data documentation, and effective communication with clinicians. You will work in a fast-paced, high-traffic lab environment with confidentiality and safety as

Qualifications

• Operates lab instrumentation and performs tests.
• Performs patient phlebotomy and sample handling.
• Maintains confidentiality and follows policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing procedures and quality control per policy.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments; document results.
• Use Cerner/STAR for orders, results, and verifications; protect patient data.
• Communicate results and issues with supervisors, physicians, and staff.
• Follow safety policies and participate in mandatory education.

Skills

Laboratory instrumentation

Phlebotomy

Decision making

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Cerner/STAR

Job description

$1,596 weekly stipends $9 - $10/hour $360.0 - $400 weekly base pay Onsite Contract Starts 11/09/2026 12 weeks

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Job Description

Day Shift 8 hours/day 5 days/week

Title: Med Lab Tech II

Location: Summerville SC

Duration: 12 Weeks

Shift: 6am-230pm Mon-Fri 8hr Day Shift - 40

6am-230pm Mon-Fri with an occasional weekend shift if needed. Duties:

Job Summary: Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria. Performs duties under minimal supervision.

Other: Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.

Contacts: Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other health care professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical Procedures: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality – accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
• Instrumentation: Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary.
• Information Handling: Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actions appropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
• Communication/Customer Service: Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments – accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate. Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Compliance/Safety: Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals.

Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills:

Knowledge/Skills: Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints. Must be able to use standard office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. Requires the ability to communicate clearly.

Work Demands/Environment:

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a laboratory environment. Normal laboratory environment. Ability to read and comprehend. Fast paced, high traffic work environment which may be interruptive and stressful. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Why TalentBurst?

At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.