medical Lab Technician III-3

experiencedAlliedHealth; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Professional to perform laboratory testing and ensure accuracy across the department. The role emphasizes identifying abnormal results, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining SOPs while supporting instrument troubleshooting.

The position offers a career ladder with both Bachelors- and Associates-educated paths, requiring ASCP BOC certification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Medical Technology or related scientific field required.
• ASCP BOC or equivalent certification (MLS) required.
• External candidates must meet career ladder requirements within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing assigned to the department.
• Recognize unusual test results and resolve discrepancies.
• Establish work priorities and manage multiple procedures, including instrument troubleshooting.
• Maintain up-to-date SOPs and contribute to training documents and validation plans.
• Communicate effectively with the Department and Laboratory Services staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for performing laboratory testing assigned to the department. Recognize unusual test results and resolve discrepancies. Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues. Maintain knowledge of all current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) required to work effectively. Develop, draft, revise SOPs, training documents, validation/verification plans, test cases, and validation/verification summaries. Maintain excellent communication with the Department and other Laboratory Services personnel.

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-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline required. Experience: At least three years of clinical experience required. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification required. NOTE: This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days in position.

Additional Job Description

Education: Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. Experience: At least three years of clinical experience. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. NOTE: This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 6 months in position.

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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