Medical Technologist I

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Laboratory Technologist specialized in cytogenetics to analyze chromosomes and FISH data from bone marrow, blood, amniotic fluid and tissues. This role ensures accuracy in high‑complexity testing and maintains specimen integrity across all workflow stages.

You will perform cell culture preparation, banding, and FISH setup, with data entry into EPIC and strict adherence to professional standards and MUSC conduct policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical/scientific discipline.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent preferred at hire; if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform chromosome analysis for genetic disease (hematologic and constitutional).
• Perform cell culture work – set‑up, harvest, slide preparation, slide banding, FISH setup and reagent preparation for various specimen types.
• Enter results and data into EPIC and perform checks to minimize clerical errors while reporting abnormal results.
• Maintain documentation for QC/QA logs and ensure specimen integrity throughout workflow.

Job description

Job Description Summary

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

CC000481 CHS - Lab - Cytogenetics-Genomics (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Laboratory technologist that can analyze chromosomes and/or fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) data from bone marrow, blood, amniotic fluid and tissues. This high complexity testing identifies chromosome abnormalities that assist in diagnosis, prognosis and/or guide treatment of genetic disease in constitutional disorders as well as somatic genetic alterations in cancer, primarily hematologic disease.

• Independently perform chromosome analysis for genetic disease (hematologic and constitutional)
• Perform cell culture work – set‑up, harvest, slide preparation, slide banding, FISH setup and reagent preparation for a variety of specimen types
• Assure integrity of specimens throughout all phases of workflow
• Perform work with the highest standard for accuracy and precision.
• Understand the basis of each test. Use knowledge to make critical judgements regarding acceptability of test results.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and culture/harvest issues
• Maintain and adhere to accurate documentation for QC/QA logs
• Enter results and data into EPIC and perform appropriate checks to minimize clerical errors. Recognize, confirm, report and document critical, abnormal, or unusual results.
• Maintain competency in all tests performed in the cytogenetics laboratory and perform these tests, as assigned.
• Adheres to standards of professional behavior and MUSC code of conduct
• Other duties as required

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline. Experience: None. Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification preferred at the time of hire, however, if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

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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