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

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Performs routine and special diagnostic laboratory procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making while following established standards, policies, and procedures. Performs phlebotomy and accessioning as needed and assists the Laboratory Supervisor with technical and administrative laboratory functions. The role is in the Core Laboratory at Roper Hospital, with scheduled weekly hours of 32 and an evening/night shift of 10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m. on rotating days. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered. The Medical Laboratory Scientist conducts testing, quality control, and proficiency testing; verifies specimen integrity; prioritizes work; evaluates and interprets data; documents actions; and supports method evaluation, procedure-manual upkeep, and CAP inspections. The role operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performs quality control and preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots equipment. It uses Cerner/STAR for test ordering, receipt, cancellation, and results review and verification, and requires appropriate documentation and protection of patient confidentiality. The position communicates with supervisors, pathologists, coworkers, laboratory staff, other departments, physicians, nurses, and patients. It follows laboratory and hospital policies, safety practices, and applicable medical-necessity and billing regulations; completes required education; and contributes to department performance-improvement goals. The job involves a normal laboratory environment and a fast-paced, high-traffic setting that may be interruptive and stressful. Work may include call and weekends or holidays based on departmental needs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, or a bachelor's degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training.
In lieu of a bachelor's degree, meet the alternate education and training route requirements established by ASCP, NCA, or AMT for certification.
ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registration as an MT, MLS, or IMLS.
Ability to operate laboratory instrumentation, perform patient phlebotomy, and make sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints.
Superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.
Ability to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, and computer terminals.
Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
Ability to read and comprehend.
Corrected hearing and vision within the normal range; visual acuity and normal color perception needed to interpret laboratory orders and use proper collection techniques.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the ages and needs of patients served, applying knowledge of life-span growth and development and interpreting patient-status information.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and special diagnostic procedures according to established standards, policies, and procedures.
Perform phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed.
Conduct testing, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful results.
Verify specimen integrity, set priorities, evaluate and interpret data, take appropriate action, and document work.
Assist with evaluating and implementing new methods, maintaining policy and procedure manuals, and preparing for CAP inspections.
Use resources efficiently and help prevent waste.
Operate laboratory instruments; perform instrument quality control and preventive maintenance; document results; and troubleshoot instrument problems.
Use Cerner/STAR to order, receive, and cancel tests and to review and verify results; review pending lists and follow up on pending tests.
Maintain patient confidentiality and document computer actions, preventive maintenance, and quality control appropriately.
Communicate accurately, clearly, professionally, and in a timely manner with laboratory and hospital colleagues, physicians, nurses, and patients; answer laboratory phones and follow through on communications.
Follow laboratory and hospital policies and procedures, report safety issues, and maintain a safe work environment.
Follow applicable regulations related to medical necessity and billing.
Complete mandatory education, participate in continuing education, and work toward department performance-improvement goals.
Assist the Laboratory Supervisor with technical and administrative laboratory functions.