Medical Technologist II-2

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in South Carolina is seeking an experienced medical laboratory professional to perform diagnostic testing and support high-quality clinical laboratory operations.

The role requires a BS in Medical Technology or related field, ASCP BOC certification, and at least one year in a clinical lab. The position is full-time, on-site with a 40-hour weekly schedule, and offers opportunities for continuing education and career ladder progression.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or related discipline required.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP BOC) or equivalent.
• At least one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing and perform routine lab tests.
• Conduct quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Identify data issues and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Communicate technical information to clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Assist with training of laboratory personnel and continuing education.
• Recognize normal and abnormal values and ensure accurate results.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Training staff

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Tools

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-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

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Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills.

There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location.

MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina.

The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients.

MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry.

In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites.

U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet designated hospitals in South Carolina.