Medical Technologist II

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hefty Sign‑On Bonuses

Relocation assistance

Free dental insurance

Low‑cost medical coverage

Robust pension plan

Career ladders and professional growth

Shift differential pay

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Charleston is seeking a Medical Technologist II to support clinical laboratory operations. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, preparing specimens, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology and relevant certification. This role offers benefits such as hefty sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent.
• Capability to recognize normal and abnormal values.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests.
• Prepare specimens for microscopic examination or testing.
• Operate automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Record lab results while following safety and privacy standards.

Skills

Technical communication

Quality control procedures

Laboratory instrumentation operation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Medical Technologist II

MUSC Health

Join MUSC Health as a Medical Technologist II and contribute to high‑quality laboratory testing in our clinical laboratory. You will prepare specimens, perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests, operate automated instrumentation, execute quality control procedures, and record lab results in the specified system while maintaining privacy, safety, and biohazard standards.

Benefits

• Hefty Sign‑On Bonuses
• Relocation assistance
• Free dental insurance
• Low‑cost medical coverage
• Robust pension plan (fully vested after 8 years)
• Career ladders and professional growth at South Carolina’s #1 hospital
• Shift differential pay – up to $5.30 added to hourly rate for evenings, nights, and weekends

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff.
• Prepare specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures.
• Operate automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Perform quality control and assurance procedures.
• Record lab results in the specified system.
• Follow all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.
• Recognize computer data problems and 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.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a related medical or scientific discipline.
• Experience: At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification.
• Career Ladder: This is a Career Ladder position. Internal candidates must submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates must complete the same requirements within 90 days in this role.

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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