Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT) - Georgetown Memorial Hospital (Georgetown, SC)

Tidelands Health • Georgetown, SC

75d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician will perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Medical Lab Technology or chemical, physical, or biological science Required
• Clinical training in an accredited school of Medical Lab Technology. Required
• Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications and tests.
• Knowledge of medical laboratory safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
• Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
• Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.
• Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.
• Medical Laboratory Technician - AAB Board of Registry Required or Medical Laboratory Technician - American Medical Technologist Required or Medical Laboratory Technician - American Society for Clinical Pathology Required or Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologist Required or Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Required or Medical Technologist - AAB Board of Registry Required or Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Required

Responsibilities

• Perform technical laboratory functions including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and immunology.
• Report test results following clinic protocols alerting providers and/or clinical staff about abnormal results.
• Ensure quality control in collecting specimens, ensure appropriate sampling and maintain accurate record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies. Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.
• Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
• Serve as a back-up to the Lab Manager as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree