Medical Technologist

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CHS - Special Chemistry And Immunology

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in diagnosis and monitoring. Responsibilities include preparing samples, running routine tests, and ensuring quality control.

The role requires a BS in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP BOC certification or equivalent, with internal career ladder requirements for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related discipline is required.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP BOC or equivalent) is required.
• Internal candidates must meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid in diagnosis and monitoring.
• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing and analysis.
• Analyses test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

In the Special Chemistry and Immunology laboratory supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform quality control and maintenance procedures, recognize computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities.

Job Description Summary

In the Special Chemistry and Immunology laboratory supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform quality control and maintenance procedures, recognize computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000678 CHS - Special Chemistry And Immunology (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline required. Experience: At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory required. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification required. 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.

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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