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Medical Lab Technician II - Roper Hospital
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What they do
A Medical Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology laboratories, which provide information for medical patient diagnosis and treatment. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories.
$53,108 / year median in South Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- $7,500 Sign On Bonus
- 10:30pm-7:00am / Rotating Days
Job Summary:
- The Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT) is responsible for performing the routine test on blood, tissues, and other body specimens, as well as providing physicians with quality results using a variety of clinical laboratory equipment.
Essential Functions:
- + Performs analytical tests on biological specimens, in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner in compliance with documented laboratory procedures + Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/ unusual results + Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results by taking the appropriate action according to protocols + Performs quality control for all testing and meets established ranges before patient results are released + Maintains a safe and efficient work environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, monitoring temperatures following hospital policies, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment + Other duties as assigned •
Education:
- + Must have
- one•of the following: + Associates of Science in Medical Lab Technology + Completed 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have completed a Medical Lab Technician Program + Completed a 50-week U.
Certifications:
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For BSMH:
MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required) + For RSFH (as of 3/27/25) - if registry eligible, must achieve certification within 12 months from hire date.Experience:
- + Three years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory setting (required)
Skills & Abilities:
- + Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment + Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
- What we offer
- + Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) + Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts + Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability + Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status Roper St.