Medical Technologist I

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks Medical Technologists to support high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical setting. Roles involve specimen preparation, routine and special testing, QC, troubleshooting, and communication of results. MT I requires 1 year.

Certification via ASCP BOC or equivalent is required within the first year. Position is full-time, paid hourly, with standard 40-hour work week and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or relevant medical/scientific discipline.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification.
• New employees must obtain certification within the first year; starting salary may be 10% lower until certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized laboratory testing using approved procedures.
• Prepares specimens for testing and ensures proper labeling and receipt in the LIMS.
• Evaluates specimen quality and notifies of normal/abnormal results; troubleshoots data issues.
• Performs quality control testing and instrument maintenance; documents issues and resolutions.
• Assists in training staff, participates in continuing education, and supports safety standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen handling

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Tools

ASCP BOC certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Medical technologist support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, Medical Technologists support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MTs prepare specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform specialized laboratory tests, perform quality control, troubleshoot quality control errors and maintenance procedures, recognize and evaluate computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, perform preventative maintenance, 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. (MT I <1 year experience and MT II
>1 year experience)

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000868 COL - Lab (NMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

MT I Requirements (Educ/work/licensure, registry or certification):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.

• Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent or relevant specialty lab certification.

• Primary source verification of successful completion is required and will be performed by MUHA Human Resources.

• New employees: If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.

• Current MLT employees: Job reclassification from MLT to MT will not occur until successful completion of the ASCP MLS registry.

• Less than one year of clinical experience

Job Requirements:

• Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities (60%)

• Prepares specimens for testing

• Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers

• Evaluates specimen acceptability

• Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system and middleware

• Performs correct labeling practices

• Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system

• Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures

• Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values and completes all warranted notifications

• Recognizes computer data problems and troubleshoots issues

• Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors

• Performs appropriate specimen processing, testing, and interpretation based on sample type and test

• Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists

• Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system and departmental middleware system(s)

• Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies

• Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly

• Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols

• Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels

• Supports test and instrument validation activities

• Other duties as assigned
• Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities (20%)

• QC testing is performed and documented correctly, completely and in a timely manner

• QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results

• Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively

• Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately

• Process improvement activities are performed and documented

• Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved

• Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions

• Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab

• Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab
• Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned (10%)

• Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate

• Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners

• Participate in continuing education

• Models Standards of Behavior in daily interactions

• Additional Miscellaneous Tasks

a. Completes additional tasks as assigned by the Director, Manager, Coordinator or Team Leader in a timely manner (10%)

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements:

Requirements include prolonged standing, sitting, and hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity, stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires vision/hearing to normal range with/without correction and the absence of color blindness. Requires wearing of protective clothing and shoes due to contact with biohazardous materials. Able to read, interpret and apply written labels, instructions and guidelines. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Weekend, holiday, and overtime rotations required to accommodate patient care.

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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