Medical Technologist - Primary Care - MUSCP

Medical Technologist - Primary Care - MUSCP

Perform high quality lab studies and related quality assurance duties with a timely and cost-effective approach as deemed appropriate by MUSC Physicians - Primary Care and Attending/Ordering Physician while practicing universal precautions. Position covers all locations and requires flexibility to be assigned to and rotate to all sites. This is a PRN position i.e. employed on an as-needed basis and not regularly scheduled to work.

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. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology and 1 year of related experience as a generalist. Basic knowledge of computer operations.

Licensures, Registrations, Certifications : ASCP certified (preferred) or board eligible or equivalent.

Physical Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.