Medical Technologist PRN - Kiawah

MUSC Health; Johns Island (SC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a PRN Medical Laboratory Scientist to support high-quality laboratory testing in the clinical lab. Responsibilities include preparing specimens, performing routine tests, QC, maintenance, and troubleshooting instruments, with opportunities to train staff and participate in continuing education.

Education required: BS in Medical Technology or related field. Certification by ASCP BOC or equivalent preferred; if not certified, must obtain within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant discipline.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent preferred; if not certified, must obtain within first year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tests.
• Conduct quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures.
• Participate in continuing education.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Troubleshooting instruments

Training staff

Continuing education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

ASCP BOC certification (preferred)

Tools

ASCP BOC certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepared specimens for testing, performs routine laboratory tests, performs quality control and maintenance procedures, recognizes computer data problems, troubleshoots laboratory instruments, communicates technical information to medical and lay persons, assists with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participates in continuing education, recognizes normal and abnormal values.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC005431 CHS - Sea Island Medical Center

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Job Description

Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepared specimens for testing, performs routine laboratory tests, performs quality control and maintenance procedures, recognizes computer data problems, troubleshoots laboratory instruments, communicates technical information to medical and lay persons, assists with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participates in continuing education, recognizes normal and abnormal values.

Additional Job Description

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.

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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