Medical Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

Supports high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares patient specimens and performs routine and diagnostic laboratory tests to aid physicians in diagnosing and monitoring disease states. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, recognizes normal and abnormal values, and follows standardized procedures. The role also includes quality control and maintenance, troubleshooting laboratory instruments, identifying computer data problems, communicating technical information to medical and lay audiences, assisting with personnel training, participating in continuing education, and modeling Standards of Behavior in daily interactions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant categorical certification.
• External candidates must complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days in the position.
• Internal candidates must submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens and samples for testing.
• Perform routine and diagnostic laboratory tests to aid physicians in diagnosis and monitoring of disease states.
• Analyze test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.
• Perform quality control and maintenance procedures.
• Recognize computer data problems and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• 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.
• Model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities.

What This Job Offers

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