Medical Lab Tech I-2

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking qualified candidates for a PRN Laboratory Technician role in a clinical setting. The position involves supporting high quality laboratory testing, preparing specimens, and performing routine analyses.

The role requires appropriate MLS/MLT credentials, a B.S. in medical technology or related field, with certification within the first year if not already certified; Associates degree paths are also referenced in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or a related science discipline.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP BOC) or equivalent; if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year.
• Alternative: associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology with required certification within the first year.

Responsibilities

• 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 and troubleshoot instruments.
• Communicates technical information to medical and lay persons.
• Assists with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures.
• Participates in continuing education.
• Recognizes normal and abnormal values.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related science

ASCP BOC Medical Laboratory Scientist certification or equivalent

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

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.
• Recognizes normal and abnormal values.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC005796 CHS - West Ashley - Medical Center - FSED Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-23 Scheduled Weekly Hours 12 Work Shift

Education, Experience & Certification

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.

Equality & E-Verify

The 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.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children's Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet designated hospitals in South Carolina.