Medical Technologist II-2

musc; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (PRN) to support high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical lab. The role includes preparing specimens, performing routine tests, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and training staff.

Requires a BS in Medical Technology or related field, plus ASCP BOC certification or equivalent. Minimum one year of clinical lab experience is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or relevant medical/scientific discipline.
• Experience: At least one year in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification: ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification.

Responsibilities

• Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory.
• Prepares specimens for testing and performs routine laboratory tests.
• Performs quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Recognizes computer data problems and troubleshoots laboratory instruments.
• Communicates technical information to medical and lay persons.
• Assists in training laboratory personnel in routine procedures.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

ASCP BOC certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

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.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000496 CHS - Lab Flex Pool (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

4

Work Shift

Job Description

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.

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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