Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Technologist

ACHE; James Island (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ACHE is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support clinical laboratory testing by preparing specimens and performing routine tests. The role includes quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and communicating technical information to diverse audiences.

You will assist with training laboratory personnel and recognize normal and abnormal values, with multiple career ladder levels available depending on level and certification.

Qualifications

• Certification in clinical laboratory testing is required or equivalent.
• Ability to perform routine tests with accuracy and reliability.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for clinical laboratory testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tests.
• Perform quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Identify computer data problems and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Communicate technical information to medical and nonmedical audiences.
• Assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures and recognize normal and abnormal values.

Skills

Specimen preparation

Routine testing

Quality control

Troubleshooting instruments

Technical communication

Data review

Education

ASCP BOC MLT certification or equivalent

ASCP BOC MLS certification or equivalent

Tools

LIS software

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Supports clinical laboratory testing by preparing specimens, performing routine tests, maintaining quality control, troubleshooting instruments and recognizing normal and abnormal results. Communicates technical information and assists with training laboratory personnel. Multiple career ladder levels are available, with requirements varying by level.

• Prepare specimens for clinical laboratory testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tests.
• Perform quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Identify computer data problems and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Communicate technical information to medical and nonmedical audiences.
• Assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures and recognize normal and abnormal values.
• Clinical laboratory testing
• Specimen preparation
• Routine laboratory procedures
• Quality control
• Laboratory equipment maintenance
• Instrument troubleshooting
• Laboratory information systems
• Clinical data review
• Recognition of normal and abnormal values
• Technical communication

Medical Laboratory Technician certification by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent, or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification by ASCP BOC or equivalent; relevant categorical certification may apply to Medical Technologist roles.