Medical Technologist II, Hem/Coag Technical Specialist

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform moderate and high complexity testing on blood and body fluids. The role spans multiple lab areas, ensuring accuracy through calibration, QC, and proper LIS use.

You will train staff, coordinate specimen collection, and communicate results to clinical teams. Candidates should hold a BS in Medical Technology or related field, with 2 years of lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related discipline.
• High School Degree or Equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP BOC or equivalent) preferred and must be obtained within the first year if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and body fluids.
• Work across multiple lab areas (Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology).
• Ensure accurate results via maintenance, calibration and QC procedures.
• Properly use Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Maintain records and statistics per regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with phlebotomy and hospital staff for proper specimen collection.
• Troubleshoot equipment, methods, and specimen collection issues.
• Train new employees and students on lab methods, instruments, and policies.
• Communicate results or issues to medical or nursing staff.
• Demonstrate good customer service and work under high pressure.

Skills

Testing

LIS usage

Instrument maintenance

Quality control

Communication

Team coordination

Customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years work experience

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

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 Regular Cost Center CC000866 COL - Lab (DMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description

The Medical Technologist (MT) performs a wide variety of duties in the laboratory. The MT is responsible for the following:

• Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens.
• Ability to work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.)
• Insure accurate and reliable test results by adhering to instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
• Ability to properly use Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Maintains records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements
• Coordinates with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples
• Troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection
• Trains new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies
• Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure of emergency situation
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Laboratory Director

Education & Experience

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent

Work Experience: 2 years

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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Why Join Us

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Career Opportunities

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.

Institution Profile

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.