Medical Laboratory Technologist I – Hospital

ACHE; James Island (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Medical Technologist I to join Laboratory Services. In this entry-level role, you will perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests, ensure accurate results, and contribute to patient care, research, and medical education.

You will operate and maintain instruments, participate in quality control, document findings, and comply with CLIA and CAP standards.

Qualifications

• Entry-level MT I role requiring responsible handling of routine and specialized diagnostic tests.
• Commitment to CLIA/CAP standards and quality control procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and lab staff for accurate reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests across core lab disciplines.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments; troubleshoot when needed.
• Ensure timely, accurate results and notify critical values.
• Adhere to CLIA, CAP, and hospital regulations and safety protocols.
• Participate in training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication with clinicians

Quality control

Troubleshooting instruments

Education

ASCP or AMT Medical Technologist/MLS certification

State licensure if required

BLS certification preferred

Tools

LIS/EHR

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Medical Technologist I to join our Laboratory Services team within our leading academic health center. In this entry-level role, you will perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests, ensuring accurate, timely results that support high-quality patient care, research, and medical education. Responsibilities include specimen processing, instrument operation and maintenance, quality control, and compliance with CLIA and CAP standards. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in an inclusive, innovative environment that fosters professional growth and engagement in cutting-edge healthcare and biomedical research.

• Perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests across core laboratory disciplines following standard operating procedures.
• Ensure accurate, timely analysis and reporting of patient results, including verification, validation, and critical value notification.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments; troubleshoot issues and participate in equipment validation.
• Adhere to CLIA, CAP, and hospital regulations, including quality control, proficiency testing, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and lab staff to support patient care and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Participate in training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives within Laboratory Services.
• Contribute to research and educational activities consistent with MUSC’s academic and innovation-focused mission.
• Clinical laboratory testing (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, transfusion, or related area)
• Operation and maintenance of automated analyzers
• Specimen collection, processing, and handling
• Quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records (EHR)
• CLIA/CAP/JCAHO regulatory compliance
• Phlebotomy and sample integrity management
• Infection prevention and biosafety practices
• Data analysis and interpretation of lab results
• Documentation and reporting of critical values
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• ASCP or AMT Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist certification (or eligibility)
• State licensure if required
• BLS certification preferred