Medical Lab Tech I-1

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support high quality clinical lab testing. Responsibilities include specimen prep, routine testing, QC, and instrument maintenance, with training duties and ongoing education.

Qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field; ASCP BOC certification preferred, with certification within the first year if not already certified.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field.
• ASCP BOC certification (or equivalent) preferred at hire; if not, certification within first year.
• Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical lab.
• Prepares specimens for testing and performs routine tests.
• Performs quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Troubleshoots laboratory instruments and data issues.
• Trains laboratory personnel and participates in continuing education.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Staff training

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

ASCP BOC certification or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares specimens for testing, performs routine laboratory tests, performs quality control and maintenance procedures, recognizes computer data problems, troubleshoots laboratory instruments, communicates technical information to medical and lay persons, assists with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participates in continuing education, and recognizes normal and abnormal values.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005796 CHS - West Ashley - Medical Center - FSED

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Job Description

Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline. Experience: None. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification preferred at the time of hire, however, if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Additional Job Description

Education: Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. Experience: None. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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