Medical Lab Tech/ Medical Technologist, FT (Florence, SC) - 2nd shift

Job Description Summary

An exceptional team is on the lookout for a full-time MLS or MLT to become part of their dynamic group!

About the role

MUSC Health Florence Medical Center is a leading regional acute care facility comprised of 396 patient beds and more than 1,500 employees and nearly 300 physicians representing all major specialties. We are dedicated to serving the health care needs of people living in northeastern South Carolina. MUSC Health Florence Medical Center combines advanced technology, medical innovation and proven treatment methods to benefit of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens.
• Work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.).
• Ensure accurate and reliable test results by adhering to instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures.
• Maintain records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples.
• Troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection.
• Train new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies.
• Communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff.
• Work under pressure of emergency situations.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university. Degree must be in Medical Laboratory Science or one of the biological or chemical sciences. Laboratory training through an accredited laboratory program preferred.
• Experience: One to two years experience working in an accredited laboratory preferred, although will consider new grads as well.
• Licenses/Certificates: Certification as a laboratory professional by ASCP, AMT, NCA, or HEW needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.).
• Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure of emergency situations.

Skills

• Ability to perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens.
• Ability to coordinate with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection.
• Ability to train new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies.
• Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff.
• Ability to work under pressure of emergency situations.

Benefits

MUSC is a state facility, therefore our full-time positions come with the option of the State of South Carolina health and retirement benefits. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Pay

Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Pay Grade: Health-26

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

MUSC Health Florence Medical Center participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.