Medical Technologist I

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Flex Medical Technician reports to section Managers and, under general supervision, performs a variety of complex test procedures. The employee may be assigned to Transfusion Services, Fast Flow, Microbiology, ART OR Lab, Specialized Testing Laboratories, Referral Testing, or Ambulatory Care Laboratories.

The position performs routine and specialized diagnostic medical laboratory tests requested by healthcare staff, following established protocols and procedures. Duties also include preparing specimens for microscopic examination or testing, operating automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment, performing quality control and assurance procedures, recording laboratory results in a specified system, and following required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

This is an employee position with regular status and a scheduled 40-hour workweek. The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• No prior experience is required.
• If not certified at hire, obtain the required certification within the first year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification, preferred at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized diagnostic medical laboratory tests requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures.
• Prepare specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures.
• Operate automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Perform quality control and assurance procedures.
• Record laboratory results in the specified system.
• Follow required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level