Medical Lab Technologist I-3

MUSC Health; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) invites applications for a laboratory professional at Summerville Medical Center. This role supports high quality clinical testing by preparing specimens, performing routine tests, and maintaining quality control.

Education requirements include a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field; ASCP BOC certification or equivalent preferred, with an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology as an alternative and certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field.
• ASCP BOC certification or equivalent preferred; if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year.
• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology; MLT certification within first year.

Responsibilities

• Prepares specimens for testing and performs routine laboratory tests.
• Conducts quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoots laboratory instruments and resolves data problems.
• Communicates technical information to medical and lay persons.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Communication

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.

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

PRN

Cost Center

CC005903 CHS - Summerville Medical Center - FSED

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

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!

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.

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