Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT) is responsible for performing routine and special diagnostic procedures on blood, tissues, and other body specimens. This role requires technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies, and procedures. The MLT assists the Laboratory Supervisor in technical and administrative functions, performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed, and ensures the quality of test results. The position involves operating laboratory instruments, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and handling information using systems like Cerner/STAR. Effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, pathologists, and other healthcare professionals is essential. The role also requires adherence to laboratory and hospital policies, safety regulations, and maintaining patient confidentiality. This is a Joint Commission requirement position that involves direct or indirect patient care across various age groups.

Requirements

ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.
B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training.
In lieu of a Bachelors degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP, NCA, or AMT in order to be certified by ASCP, NCA, or AMT.
Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation.
Must be capable of performing patient phlebotomy.
Must be able to make sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints.
Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.
Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc.
Demonstrates excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology OR Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have completed a Medical Lab Technician Program OR Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years.
MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required).
For RSFH (as of 3/27/25) - if registry eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.
Three years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (required).
Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.
Assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods.
Assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections.
Seeks help when necessary.
Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Performs routine and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making.
Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed.
Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.
Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful test results.
Verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data, and takes appropriate action per policy.
Performs appropriate documentation, assists in the evaluation and implementation of new methods, and assists with the upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections.
Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action.
Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots instrument problems.
Understands the theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions, and seeks help when necessary.
Responsible for the proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results.
Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests.
Documents all actions appropriately in the computer, including PMs and QC.
Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers, students, laboratory staff on other shifts, and outside departments accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally.
Answers laboratory phones, directs parties, or gives appropriate information.
Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients to assist them with their needs.
Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff.
Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures.
Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety.
Maintains a safe work environment.
Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job.
Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs.
Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals.
Performs analytical tests on biological specimens in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures.
Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.
Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols.
Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released.
Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
Other duties as assigned.