Medical Technologist III – Coagulation Lead Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Medical Technologist III – Coagulation Lead
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical Technologist III – Coagulation Lead

R-0000044618

Charleston, South Carolina
Laboratory
Clinical & Research Support Services
Full Time
Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Job Description Summary
This role is responsible for the technical oversight of the coagulation testing area.
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-27
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Supports high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory. MT’s 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. In addition to the responsibilities above, the MT in this role:
Monitors and facilitates maximum staff productivity/efficiency in the delivery of quality laboratory testing.
Serves as a facilitator with staff in problem resolution and adjustments to change.
Investigates and resolves complex issues related to all phases of analytical processing and documents appropriately.
Ensures maintenance procedures are monitored, performed and documented correctly
Monitors Coagulation quality control for shifts and trends. Troubleshoots QC problems unresolved by bench techs. Ensures QC documentation are correct. Reviews, updates, and writes laboratory procedures as needed. Performs coagulation parallel testing, correlations and reference range evaluations.
Prepares and completes lot conversions as needed and re-evaluates the therapeutic heparin range.
Documents/files all service reports.
Consults with pathologist concerning any unresolved problems.
Additional Job Description

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline required.

Experience:

At least three years of clinical experience required.

Certification:

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification required.

NOTE:

This is a Career Ladder Position. Internal candidates are required to submit and meet Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements. External candidates are required to complete Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements within 90 days in position.