Medical Laboratory Technician II

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Charleston is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician responsible for conducting diagnostic medical lab tests according to established procedures. Candidates should possess an Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and certification by the ASCP BOC.

The position is full-time with a commitment to quality control and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of clinical experience and will need to fulfill specific career ladder requirements.

Qualifications

• At least one year of clinical experience is required.
• Must meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days if external.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests.
• Prepare specimens for microscopic examination and testing procedures.
• Operate automated laboratory instruments and equipment.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Technology

Quality Control

Automated Laboratory Instruments

Microscopic Exam Preparation

Education

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP BOC

Job description

Overview

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Job Description

Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures.
• Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures.
• Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Performs quality control and assurance procedures.
• Records lab results in specified system.
• Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Experience: At least one year 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 90 days in position.

Additional Notes

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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Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) • Worker Type: Employee • Worker Sub-Type: Regular • Cost Center: CC000486 CHS - Lab - Fast Flow (Main) • Pay Rate Type: Hourly • Pay Grade: Health-24 • Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 • Work Shift: