Medical Lab Technologist I

ACHE; South Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Medical Lab Technologist I to perform routine diagnostic testing in support of patient care, education, and research. This role processes specimens, operates and maintains analyzers, performs quality control, and reports results in accordance with CLIA/CAP and MUSC policies.

The technologist collaborates with clinicians, faculty, and students, supports training activities, and helps ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient lab environment that

Qualifications

• ASCP or equivalent Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist certification preferred
• State clinical laboratory personnel licensure if required by South Carolina
• Training in clinical laboratory science and safety procedures
• Competence with laboratory information systems (LIS)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests according to established protocols
• Process and label specimens, ensuring accurate identification and handling
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory analyzers and equipment
• Perform quality control and participate in quality assurance activities
• Report and verify test results accurately in the LIS and to clinical teams
• Follow CLIA/CAP, safety, and infection control regulations and MUSC policies
• Collaborate with clinicians, faculty, students, and lab staff to support patient care and education
• Assist in training of students and new staff in lab procedures
• Participate in process improvement and validation of new methods or instruments
• Maintain accurate records, inventories, and a clean, safe work area

Skills

Quality control

LIS proficiency

Laboratory safety

Team collaboration

Education

ASCP certification or equivalent

State licensure (SC) if required

Tools

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Medical Lab Technologist I to perform routine diagnostic testing in support of patient care, education, and research. This role processes specimens, operates and maintains analyzers, performs quality control, and accurately records and reports results in accordance with CLIA/CAP and MUSC policies. The technologist collaborates with clinicians, faculty, and students, supports training activities, and helps ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient lab environment that reflects MUSC’s commitment to innovation, compassion, and community-focused healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests according to established protocols
• Process and label specimens, ensuring accurate identification and handling
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory analyzers and equipment
• Perform and document quality control and participate in quality assurance activities
• Report and verify test results accurately in the LIS and to clinical teams
• Follow CLIA/CAP, safety, and infection control regulations and MUSC policies
• Collaborate with clinicians, faculty, students, and lab staff to support patient care and education
• Assist in training of students and new staff in lab procedures
• Participate in process improvement and validation of new methods or instruments
• Maintain accurate records, inventories, and a clean, safe work area

Key Focus Areas

• Clinical laboratory testing
• Specimen processing
• Quality control and assurance
• Laboratory information systems (LIS)
• Phlebotomy basics
• Infection control and biosafety
• Instrument calibration and maintenance
• Data entry and documentation
• Regulatory compliance (CLIA/CAP)
• Communication and teamwork

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• ASCP or equivalent Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist certification preferred
• State clinical laboratory personnel licensure if required by South Carolina
• Training in clinical laboratory science and safety procedures
• Competence with laboratory information systems (LIS)