Medical Laboratory Technician I

Medical University of South Carolina • Columbia, SC

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical technologist support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares specimens for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, perform specialized laboratory tests, perform quality control, troubleshoot quality control errors and maintenance procedures, recognize and evaluate computer data problems, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, perform preventative maintenance, communicate technical information to medical and lay persons, assist with training laboratory personnel in routine procedures, participate in continuing education, recognize normal and abnormal values, and model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities.
Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities. Prepares specimens for testing. Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers. Evaluates specimen acceptability. Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system. Performs correct labeling practices. Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system. Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values. Recognizes computer data problems. Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors. Performs appropriate specimen processing based on sample type and test. Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists. Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system. Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies. Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly. Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols. Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels. Supports test and instrument validation activities.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent
• If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Responsibilities

• Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities
• Prepares specimens for testing
• Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers
• Evaluates specimen acceptability
• Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system
• Performs correct labeling practices
• Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system
• Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures
• Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values
• Recognizes computer data problems
• Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors
• Performs appropriate specimen processing based on sample type and test
• Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists
• Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system
• Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies
• Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly
• Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols
• Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels
• Supports test and instrument validation activities
• Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities
• QC testing is performed correctly, completely and in a timely manner
• QC is documented appropriately
• QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results
• Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively
• Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately
• Process improvement activities are performed and documented
• Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved
• Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions
• Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab
• Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab
• Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate
• Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners
• Participate in continuing education

Benefits

• The Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

What This Job Offers

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