Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS/Medical Technologist MT or Medical Laboratory Technician MLT PRN (Marion, SC)

Medical University of South Carolina

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)/Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs a wide variety of laboratory duties, including moderate- and high-complexity testing on blood and other body-fluid specimens. The role may work across laboratory areas such as chemistry, hematology, blood bank, and microbiology. It ensures accurate and reliable results through proper instrument maintenance, calibration, and quality control; uses the Laboratory Information System (LIS); and maintains records and statistical data in accordance with regulatory requirements. The position coordinates with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure appropriate patient-sample collection, troubleshoots equipment, testing-method, and sample-collection issues, and communicates patient results or problems to medical and nursing staff. It also trains new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies. The role requires good customer service and communication skills, the ability to work under emergency pressure, and performance of other duties assigned by a supervisor or laboratory director. This is a PRN employee position with 8 scheduled weekly hours in Marion, South Carolina. The Medical University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Laboratory Science or one of the biological or chemical sciences.
Ability to perform the stated physical and mental functions, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting, visual and sensory tasks, and dealing effectively with stressful situations.
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory training through an accredited laboratory program is preferred.
One to two years of experience working in an accredited laboratory is preferred; new graduates may also be considered.
Certification as a laboratory professional by ASCP, AMT, NCA, or HEW is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform moderate- and high-complexity testing on blood and all types of body-fluid specimens.
Work in various laboratory areas, such as chemistry, hematology, blood bank, and microbiology.
Maintain accurate and reliable test results by following instrument maintenance, calibration, and quality-control procedures.
Use the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Maintain records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples.
Troubleshoot laboratory equipment, testing methods, and sample-collection problems.
Train new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies.
Communicate patient results and/or problems to medical or nursing staff.
Provide good customer service and communicate effectively.
Work under the pressure of emergency situations.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor or laboratory director.