Lab Technician

Novant Health • Mount Pleasant, SC

54d

About The Position

Employee is responsible for performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing and reporting of lab results. Employee will also assist in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software as necessary. Staff currently in this position who request transfer must meet job requirements of job title of said positions. Incumbent will not be allowed to return to Lab Tech position once vacated. Position is only for current employees and not open to any additional candidates. At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Individuals performing high complexity testing on or before April 24, 1995 with a high school diploma or equivalent with documented training may continue to perform testing only on those tests for which training was documented prior to Sept 1, 1997.
• Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
• Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests.
• Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public.
• Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
• Ability to follow written protocols.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

• 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.
• 2 year / associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology.
• HEW Certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing and reporting of lab results
• assisting in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required
• advising and assisting in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software as necessary

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees