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Medical Laboratory Technician I

Medical University of South Carolina·Columbia, South Carolina

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

The Medical Laboratory Technician I performs sample assessment, processing, and testing to support high-quality laboratory results. They also conduct quality control, troubleshoot laboratory instruments, and assist in training laboratory personnel.

Job Description: Summary

Medical technologist support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. Prepares 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.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000868 COL - Lab (NMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-22

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift

Job Description

  • Performs sample assessment, receiving, accessioning, processing, and testing to support high quality laboratory patient results, as well as supply/stock maintenance activities to support testing activities
  • Prepares specimens for testing
  • Performs positive patient identification using two identifiers
  • Evaluates specimen acceptability
  • Performs specimen receipt in electronic laboratory computer system
  • Performs correct labeling practices
  • Performs order evaluation and assessment using electronic laboratory computer system
  • Performs routine laboratory testing using both automated and non-automated methods using established procedures
  • Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory values
  • Recognizes computer data problems
  • Communicates technical testing information to medical and lay persons using Standards of Behaviors
  • Performs appropriate specimen processing based on sample type and test
  • Creates and reviews test/specimen pending worklists
  • Proficient in electronic laboratory computer system
  • Notifies/Documents critical test results using established policies
  • Ensures assigned benches are stocked accordingly
  • Ensure new lots/shipment reagents are quality controlled in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and established laboratory protocols
  • Ensures reagents are ordered at designated par levels
  • Supports test and instrument validation activities
  • Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities (25%)
  • QC testing is performed correctly, completely and in a timely manner
  • QC is documented appropriately
  • QC is performed and verified prior to reporting patient results
  • Troubleshoots equipment, instruments and results effectively
  • Documents equipment problems, resolutions on equipment tracking logs/discrepancy form, and communicates to team appropriately
  • Process improvement activities are performed and documented
  • Follows all procedures and policies as written and approved
  • Performs and documents instrument maintenance per manufacturer instructions
  • Completes procedure and policy sign off by deadlines using MediaLab
  • Completes competency and competency documentation by deadlines using MediaLab
  • Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned (10%)
  • Assists in the orientation & training of new staff, students and residents as assigned and provides timely documentation and/or feedback as appropriate
  • Ensures positive experiences (clinical as well as non-clinical) for students, residents and health care practitioners
  • Participate in continuing education
  • Models Standards of Behavior in daily interactions

Minimum Education

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Additional

Job Description

Education

Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Experience

None.

Certification

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or equivalent. If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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.

Medical University of South Carolina 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/employees [http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees]

Requirements

Candidates must have an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP Board of Certification or equivalent. If not certified, they must obtain certification within the first year of employment.

  • associate degree
  • Quality Control
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Documentation
  • Process Improvement
  • Continuing Education
  • Training
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Specimen Processing
  • Instrument Maintenance
  • Data Evaluation
  • Patient Identification
  • Competency Assessment
  • Technical Communication
  • Sample Assessment
  • Reagent Quality Control

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Medical University of South Carolina

As the health care system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest quality and safest patient care while educating and training generations of outstanding health care providers and leaders to serve the people of South...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeGovernment Agency
Size10,001+ employees
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Steady demand for certified lab technicians

Medical Laboratory Technician I roles in South Carolina are typically tied to ongoing hospital and clinical lab needs, so employers often look for candidates who can start contributing quickly in routine testing environments. These positions can be competitive because they usually require an associate degree, certification by ASCP BOC or an equivalent credential, and readiness to complete certification within the first year if needed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your certification timeline before applying.

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