Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) — Core Laboratory — Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician I (MLT) is responsible for performing routine tests on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment. The MLT must have a total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity. The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs routine and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies, and procedures. They also perform phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed and assist the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.

Requirements

• 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).
• 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.
• ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.
• Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making 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.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.
• Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other healthcare professionals.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping.
• May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination.
• Frequent reaching with hands/arms.
• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
• Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, infections materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP certification preferred
• Two years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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 troubleshoots laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine, and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed.
• Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree