What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technician position at Southeastern Rheumatology Alliance?
As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform routine in-house testing for Rheumatology practices within the Southeastern Rheumatology Alliance at our laboratory located in Charleston (West Ashley), South Carolina. You will be responsible for day-to-day operations in the laboratory, performing chemistry, hematology, and immunology (ELISA) lab tests. Laboratory hours are Tuesday-Friday 8AM 5PM with an occasional half-day rotating Saturday shift.
Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in a related science field and equivalent work experience. Must have current MLT certification (ASCP or AMT).
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in a related science field and 2 years of clinical lab experience. Must have current MLT or MLS certification (ASCP or AMT).
*Experience with Abbott Alinity, Sysmex XN and/or Dynex Agility analyzers is a plus. LIS experience preferred and experience using Orchard Harvest LIS is a plus.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Match LIS orders with specimens, review specimen quality, and keep an organized and clean workspace.
- Perform calibration, quality control, linearity, and proficiency testing to ensure accurate analysis. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
- Ability to understand and interpret test results for approval. Able to identify and communicate critical or abnormal results to lab manager, physician, or medical assistant.
- Create a standardized and safe work environment by following SOPs and complying with regulations. Perform proper record keeping and communicate information with regards to CLIA standards and HIPAA regulations.
- Ability to follow directions and perform work accurately. Communicate professionally in the lab and when responding to email or phone inquiries.
- Must be proficient with computer skills and using the LIS.
- Collaborate as part of the lab team, maintaining a positive and professional attitude while being friendly and helpful to staff members.
- Ability to multi-task at times while prioritizing workload under changing laboratory conditions.
- Unpack and appropriately store lab inventory items. Notify lab manager when inventory or lab supply items need ordered.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly standing, sitting, and walking.
- Intermittent grasping, reaching, kneeling, and bending.
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
- Repeated use of computer, keyboard, and phone.
Why you should apply
- Collaborative, team-oriented, work environment
- Competitive benefits package that includes group medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, Paid time off, and 401K.
