Laboratory - Medical Lab Technician

Medical Technologist - Microbiology

This is a 13-week contract position with a schedule of 5x8s from 08:00 AM to 04:30 PM, Monday through Friday. There is a rotating weekend and holiday schedule, currently every third weekend.

The Medical Technologist will support high-quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory, specifically within the Microbiology service line. Responsibilities will include preparing specimens, performing routine and specialized laboratory tests, and conducting quality control and troubleshooting procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Perform culture setup, Gram staining, and rapid molecular testing (e.g., BioFire Torch panels and Cepheid assays).
• Analyze specimens and interpret test results with a focus on adherence to quality control standards.
• Communicate technical information effectively to both medical and laypersons.
• Assist in the training of laboratory personnel in routine procedures and participate in continuing education.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and perform preventive maintenance.

Required Experience / Certifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or a relevant medical or scientific discipline.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP BOC or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory, preferably in Microbiology.
• Experience in culture reading, identification, and susceptibility testing is highly preferred.
• Experience with Beaker and rapid PCR setup is advantageous.

Why ARMStaffing?

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

Client Details City Charleston State SC Zip Code 29425