Medical Laboratory Technician

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women’s Mental Health Institute is seeking a dedicated laboratory professional to support clinical testing by preparing specimens, running routine tests, and ensuring accurate, reliable results. The role emphasizes strict quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and clear communication with the team.

Multiple levels are available within the career ladder, with qualifications and requirements varying by level, offering pathways for growth and specialization in a clinical laboratory

Qualifications

• Competence in specimen preparation and routine testing methods.
• Strong understanding of quality control and result accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot and support instrument performance.
• Proficiency in recognizing normal/abnormal findings and escalating issues as needed.
• Good communication skills and capability to support staff training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Perform routine clinical laboratory tests and document results.
• Maintain quality control procedures and ensure adherence to laboratory standards.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and resolve technical issues.
• Identify and interpret normal versus abnormal test results.
• Communicate technical information clearly to the team.
• Assist in training and onboarding laboratory personnel.

Skills

Specimen prep

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Result interpretation

Team communication

Job description

Role Summary:

Support clinical laboratory testing by preparing specimens, performing routine laboratory tests, and maintaining accurate, reliable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Perform routine clinical laboratory tests and document results.
• Maintain quality control procedures and ensure adherence to laboratory standards.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and resolve technical issues.
• Identify and interpret normal versus abnormal test results.
• Communicate technical information clearly to the team.
• Assist in training and onboarding laboratory personnel.

Qualifications & Skills

• Competence in specimen preparation and routine testing methods.
• Strong understanding of quality control and result accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot and support instrument performance.
• Proficiency in recognizing normal/abnormal findings and escalating issues as needed.
• Good communication skills and capability to support staff training.

Career Ladder:

Multiple levels are available, with qualifications and requirements varying by level.