Medical Lab Technician II

Novant Health; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform patient specimen testing, quality control, and documentation while supporting regulatory compliance and safety standards. The role includes equipment maintenance, proficiency testing, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate results.

Applicants should have an associate degree in a science field and ASCP/AMT certification. Experience in Flow Cytometry and MD/AMT certifications are preferred for specialty areas.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or equivalent education and training.
• One year experience in specialty areas (BB, Flow, Micro); three years as a medical laboratory technician required.
• MLT certification from ASCP or AMT required; Flow Cytometry certification MDT/SCYM required if no other cert.
• New graduates must obtain certification within 12 months of hire; CMP/CCP participation required for ongoing certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient specimen testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and proficiency testing.
• Maintain laboratory records, process specimens and requisitions, prepare reports, and follow regulatory standards.
• Manage supplies and equipment, follow laboratory safety procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide technical support to healthcare professionals and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Support quality patient outcomes through accurate testing and adherence to organizational standards.

Skills

Quality control

Documentation

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Laboratory testing

Education

Associate degree in chemical/physical/biological science

Tools

Flow Cytometry

Instrumentation

Job description

What We Offer

Team member is responsible for performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing, and reporting of lab results. Team member will also assist in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software, as necessary. Depending on the assigned department they may also have a combination of responsibilities including key operator of specified instrumentation, supply orders and inventory, instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, management of vendor relationships, procedure writing assistance and/or oversight of an off shift.

What You'll Do

• Laboratory Testing: Perform patient specimen testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and proficiency testing to ensure accurate results.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain laboratory records, process specimens and requisitions, prepare reports, and follow regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Operations & Safety: Manage supplies and equipment, follow laboratory safety and infection-control procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Teamwork & Support: Provide technical support to healthcare professionals, communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in training and continuous improvement.
• Patient-Centered Care: Support quality patient outcomes through accurate testing, professional service, and adherence to organizational standards.

What We're Looking For

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Associate degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory or equivalent education and training OR successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks.
• Experience: One year Specialty Areas (BB, Flow, and Micro): One year experience as laboratory scientist for specialty areas (BB, Flow, and Micro). (Clinical internships of 12 months duration meet this requirement), preferred. Three years of experience as a medical laboratory technician, required.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: MLT Certification from ASCP or AMT, required. Flow Cytometry only (if team member holds no other scientist certification): MDT(AMT) or SCYM(ASCP), required.
• Additional Skills Required:
  • New graduates must obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.
  • All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).
  • Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests.
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
  • Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
  • Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
  • Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
  • Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
  • Ability to follow written protocols.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to communicate clearly.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.