Medical Technologist

Department: SAAS UHS Lab · Full-time position

About the role

The Medical Technologist performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests as ordered by the medical staff in a CLIA licensed and COLA accredited laboratory. Candidates must be certified through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other recognized National Certification agency. This position requires a high aptitude for problem-solving as well as the ability to convey information concerning the technical aspects of a wide array of tests and procedures. The individual will also serve as the Lab Safety Officer and assist with laboratory procurement.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and moderately complex laboratory tests and procedures
• Utilizes the electronic Medical Record and Laboratory Information Systems
• Performs quality improvement procedures to include but not limited to quality control, calibrations, calibration verifications, proficiency testing and continuing education according to written policies and procedures
• Manages Laboratory inventory through periodic inventory checks paying attention to expiration dates
• Assists laboratory manager with procurement of supplies via established vendors and state procurement practices
• Specimen collection including proper patient preparation and identification, knowledge of appropriate specimen requirements and labeling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience or associate's degree and 5 years of experience in a CLIA certified laboratory
• Work experience in a laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathology (CAP) or COLA
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
• Certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other recognized National Certification agency

Skills

• Knowledge of the principles and information sources for clinical laboratory applications including current laboratory methods, equipment and materials
• Knowledge of human physiology
• Skill in the use of precision tools and complex laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Ability to prepare and maintain laboratory records and communicate effectively
• Ability to prepare and present technical training of laboratory activities
• Ability to perceive colors normally and make olfactory distinctions

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual and sick leave accrual (15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days)
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Engaging and collaborative on-campus environment in South Carolina's capital city

Schedule

Typically 37.5 hours per week. Based on duties, individual may be called to assist with campus and individual crisis during evenings and weekends and during peak periods of high patient volume. During emergency and weather-related events, this position is considered essential personnel.