Medical Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Technologists support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MTs prepare 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. This position's hours are 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• prepare 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
• model Standards of Behavior in daily interactions and activities

Benefits

• Hefty Sign On Bonuses
• Relocation assistance
• Free dental insurance
• Low-cost medical
• Robust pension plan (fully vested after 8 years!)
• Career ladders and professional growth at South Carolina's #1 hospital!
• Shift differential pay - earn more for evenings, nights, and weekend shifts! (Up to $5.30 added to your hourly rate!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees