Medical Technologist IV

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A leading health institution in Charleston is looking for an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform laboratory testing and ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures. The candidate should have at least 5 years of clinical experience, a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, and be certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. This position offers a structured work environment with a focus on quality and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant field is required.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience is mandatory.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and maintain knowledge of SOPs.
• Resolve discrepancies in test results and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and revise training documents and SOPs.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Troubleshooting instruments

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Master's Degree in a related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for performing laboratory testing assigned to the department. Recognize unusual test results and resolve discrepancies. Establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously, including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues. Maintain knowledge of all current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) required to work effectively. Develop, draft, revise SOPs, training documents, validation/verification plans, test cases, and validation/verification summaries. Maintain excellent communication with the Department and other Laboratory Services personnel. Acts as a subject matter expert for the team, and assists with additional support for personnel.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000679 CHS - Special Hematology & Flow Cytometry (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• Experience: At least five years of clinical experience.
• Certification: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification required.
• Additional: Specialty certification or Master's Degree in a related field or leadership.
• Career Ladder: Internal candidates must meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates must complete Path and Lab ICCEE Career Ladder requirements within 1 year.

EEO Statement

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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