Medical Technologist
Medical Technologist
Company: University of South Carolina
Job Location:
Category: Health and Medical Services
Type: Full-Time
Medical Technologist
- Ready to take the lead in a fast-paced, high-impact clinical laboratory?
- Looking for a role where your expertise directly supports patient care and outcomes?
- Do you thrive in an environment where accuracy, efficiency, and critical thinking matter every day?
- Are you confident in your ability to solve complex lab challenges and communicate results clearly?
- Want to play a key role in maintaining quality standards and advancing lab performance?
We have the job for you!
Position Summary:
The Medical Technologist performs a wide range of clinical laboratory tests as ordered by medical staff in a CLIA-licensed, COLA-accredited laboratory and must hold certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or another recognized national agency. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to clearly communicate technical information related to laboratory procedures and results. The incumbent serves as lead technologist and assumes laboratory manager responsibilities in their absence, while overseeing maintenance logs, testing systems, and quality improvement activities. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with rotating Sunday shifts and may require additional evening or weekend hours during high patient volume or campus emergencies; the role is designated as essential personnel during emergency and weather-related events.
Primary Job Duties
- Performs waived and moderately complex laboratory tests and procedures
- Utilizes the electronic Medical Record and Laboratory Information Systems
- Promotes a safe work environment through participation in all required safety training, drills, and following appropriate protocols.
- Assists in the coordination of quality improvement activities
- Supports the accreditation activities per the standards of CLIA, COLA, and AAAHC.
Perks:
- Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
- Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
- An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
- Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
- Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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