MLT/Technician - Columbia, SC, United States - MUSC

Description

Job Description Summary Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.

Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
CC000866 COL - Lab (DMC)
Hourly
Health-25
Work Shift

Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. The Medical Technologist (MT) performs a wide variety of duties in the laboratory. 1) Perform Moderate and High Complexity Testing on blood and all types of body fluid specimens. 2) Ability to work in various areas of the Laboratory (i.e. Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, etc.)3) Insure accurate and reliable test results by adhering to instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control procedures. 4) Ability to properly use Laboratory Information System (LIS)5) Maintains records and statistical data according to regulatory requirements 6) Coordinates with phlebotomy and other hospital staff to ensure proper collection of patient samples 7) Troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment, test methods, and sample collection 8) Trains new employees and students on laboratory methods, instruments, and policies 9) Ability to communicate patient results and/or problems to Medical or Nursing Staff 10) Good customer service and communication skills 11) Ability to work under pressure of emergency situation 12) Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Laboratory Director

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Education:
High School Degree or
Equivalent Work Experience: 2 years


Education:
High School Degree or
Equivalent Work Experience: 2 years
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