What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist position at MUSC Health & Medical University of SC?
Job Description Summary
Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MT I / IIs prepare 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. (MT I
1 year experience)
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC000486 CHS - Lab - Fast Flow (Main)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-26
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
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
- Other duties as assigned
Performs quality control testing, instrument maintenance, and competency related activities
Actively participates in a setting conducive to teaching health care practitioners in Laboratory Services as assigned
Additional Job Description
Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline.
New employees : If not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year of employment. Starting salary will be 10% lower until certification, then full salary.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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