Medical Lab Technologist (MLT)

Medical University of South Carolina•Lancaster, CA

10d

About The Position

ATTENTION MLTs Are you looking for a career where you can grow? Well look no further - Come join our team here at MUSC Lancaster. We are currently offering a sign-on bonus, South Carolina State Retirement & Health insurance, Competitive pay, and many more great benefits Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC001462 LAN - Clinical Lab (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-25 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift Job Description Performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on all types of blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. Insures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to a strict quality control program. Performs instrument function checks and preventative maintenance procedures according to department’s policies and procedures. Maintains records and statistical data according to regulative requirements. Teaches new employees and students laboratory policies and procedures. Collects chain of custody urine drug screens as required. Assists as needed in all laboratory areas as required to maintain appropriate patient care. Assists in covering other shifts when necessary. Experience : Entry level skills - meets competency based criteria Additional Job Description Education : Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience in the medical laboratory. Must meet qualification requirements for testing personnel set forth in Title 42, Sec. 493.1489, CLIA. License/Certificates : MLT(ASCP) or eligible for certification (must be obtained within 1 year of hire date), Basic Life Safety (BLS) through American Heart Association 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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Requirements

Entry level skills - meets competency based criteria
Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience in the medical laboratory.
Must meet qualification requirements for testing personnel set forth in Title 42, Sec. 493.1489, CLIA.
MLT(ASCP) or eligible for certification (must be obtained within 1 year of hire date)
Basic Life Safety (BLS) through American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on all types of blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision.
Insures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to a strict quality control program.
Performs instrument function checks and preventative maintenance procedures according to department’s policies and procedures.
Maintains records and statistical data according to regulative requirements.
Teaches new employees and students laboratory policies and procedures.
Collects chain of custody urine drug screens as required.
Assists as needed in all laboratory areas as required to maintain appropriate patient care.
Assists in covering other shifts when necessary.