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Medical Technologist

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University of South Carolina Aiken

Columbia, SC (In Person)

$59,092 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/11/2026

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Job Description

Posting Details Posting Summary Logo Posting Number
STA00287PO26
Job Family Healthcare Job Function Medical Technology USC Market Title Medical Technologist Link to USC Market Title uscjobs.sctitles132990 Job Level T4
  • Technical Support Business Title (Internal Title) Medical Technologist Campus Columbia Work County Richland CollegeDivision Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department
SAAS UHS
Lab State Pay Range G09 USC Market Range MRF
  • $52,526 $65,658 $78,789 Anticipated Hiring Range $52,526
  • $65,658 Location of Vacancy PartFull Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Scle 8:30 am
  • 5:00 pm, Monday
  • Friday Must be willing to work a flexible scle to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 10.5 months Job Search Category Health and Human Services About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia andprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through abination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, morecatedmunities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina ismitted to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and ourmunities. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Position Description Advertised Job Summary Medical Technologist Ready to take the lead in a fast-paced, high-impact clinical laboratory? Looking for a role w your expertise directly supports patient care and oues? Do you thrive in an environment w accuracy, efficiency, and critical thinking matter every day? Are you confident in your ability to solveplex lab challenges andmunicate results clearly? Want to play a key role in maintaining quality standards and advancing lab performance? We have the job for you!
Position Summary:
The Medical Technologist performs a wide range of clinical laboratory tests as ordered by medical staff in a CLIA-licensed, COLA-accredited laboratory and must hold certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or another recognized national agency. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to clearlymunicate technical information related to laboratory prores and results. The incumbent serves as lead technologist and assumes laboratory manager responsibilities in their absence, while overseeing maintenance logs, testing systems, and quality improvement activities. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with rotating Sunday shifts and may require additional evening or weekend hours during high patient volume or campus emergencies; the role is designated as essential personnel during emergency and weather-related events. Primary Job Duties Performs waived and moderatelyplex laboratory tests and prores Utilizes the electronic Medical Record and Laboratory Information Systems Promotes a safe work environment through participation in all required safety training, drills, and following appropriate protocols. Assists in the coordination of quality improvement activities Supports the accreditation activities per the standards of CLIA, COLA, and AAAHC.
Perks:
Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina's capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love w you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan iveness Program. youtubewatch?v=BALBcUSl7ck Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalentbination of job related certification, training,cation, andor experience. Required Certification, LicensureOther Credentials Certification as MT, MLS or MLT by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other recognized National Certification Agency. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience or associate's degree and 5 years of experience in a CLIA certified laboratory. Work experience in a laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathology (CAP) or COLA. Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS). KnowledgeSkillsAbilities Knowledge of the principles and information sources for clinical laboratory applications including current laboratory methods, equipment and materials. Knowledge of human physiology. Skill in the use of precision tools andplex laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Ability to prepare and maintain laboratory records andmunicate effectively. The ability to prepare and present technical training of laboratory activities. The ability to perceive colors normally and make olfactory distinctions. Job Duties Job Duty Utilizes the electronic
Medical Record and Laboratory Information Systems:
1. To process patient orders including encounter notes for requests from outside physician offices and direct laboratory appointments per protocols. 2. To process and deliver patient results and add reflex orders to assure proper patient billing. 3.To collect data andplete reports associated with regulatory requirements for test documentation across all three phases of clinical laboratory testing including pre
  • analytical, analytical, and pos analytical.
4. Completes a daily review of all manually entered test results for precision and accuracy. Issues corrected patient reports when necessary. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty Analytical:
Performs waived and moderatelyplex laboratory tests and prores including but not limited to 1. Performing hematology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology and Chemistry prores according to written protocols and good laboratory practices. 2. Operating and maintaining various laboratory equipment including but not limited to microscopes, chemistry and hematology analyzers, molecular and rapid antigen platforms and centrifuges according to prore. 3. Communicates test results to the medical staff and furnishes additional information related to testing and results as appropriate. 4. Performs daily quality control prores, proficiency testing and instrument maintenance according to written policies and prores. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 45
Job Duty Pre-Analytical:
Specimen collection including Proper patient preparation and identification, a knowledge of appropriate specimen requirements and labeling. Performs specimen collection including phlebotomy, nasal, nasopharyngeal and pharyngeal swabs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty Quality Improvement:
Performs quality improvement prores to include but not limited to quality control, calibrations, calibration verifications, proficiency testing and continuingcation according to written policies and prores. Completes all work associated with annualpetency documentation. Supports the accreditation activities per the standards of CLIA, COLA, and AAAHC. Participates inmittee assignments and continuingcation to advance SHS mission. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty Lead Technologist:
Manages Laboratory inventory through periodic inventory checks paying attention to expiration dates. Assists laboratory manager with procurement of supplies via established vendors and state procurement practices. Places requests with reference laboratories for necessary collection supplies. Updates and helps to maintain the Laboratory Procurement database. Updates and maintains laboratory Safety Documents including the Chemical Inventory, Biosafety Plan, SDS library and annual safety risk assessment. Manages laboratory safety inspections. Other duties as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes Hazardous weather category Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 04242026 Job Close Date 05252026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job . After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by May 25, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting uscjobs.scpostings205376 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate incational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIVAIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery tfrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
  • ).
  • Do you have at least a job-related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalentbination of job-related certification, training,cation, andor experience? Yes No
  • Do you possess a certification as an MT, MLS or MLT by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other recognized National Certification Agency?
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