Description

Medical Laboratory Technician
Location: Mount Pleasant, SC
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,712 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 10 Weeks
Start Date: 7/27/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Med Lab Tech II Profession: Medical Laboratory Technician Specialty: - Duration: 10 weeks Shift: 3 - 12 hour shifts, Friday to Sunday Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum years of experience required License: ASCP or NCA registered required Certifications: A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology or Associates degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training required Must-Have: - Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation. - Must be able to perform patient phlebotomy. - Must be capable of making sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints. - Must be able to use standard office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, and computer terminals. - Requires the ability to communicate clearly. Description: Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria. Performs duties under minimal supervision. Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information. Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that test results meet the lab's definition of quality: accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. Verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data, and takes appropriate action per policy. Performs appropriate documentation and assists in the evaluation and implementation of new methods. Assists with the upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste. Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable timely and accurate test results. Operates lab instruments as assigned and performs quality control, documenting results and taking appropriate action. Understands the theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions and seeks help when necessary. Responsible for proper use of laboratory information systems in ordering, receiving, canceling tests, and reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up on pending tests, documenting all actions appropriately in the system. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies. Communicates information accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally to supervisors, coworkers, and laboratory staff. Maintains good rapport with peers and all hospital staff. Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies and procedures. Informs supervisors of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment and completes all mandatory education and participates in continuing education programs. Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required. Work demands include frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination is necessary. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection techniques. Exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue is common. Possible exposure to infectious materials, toxic substances, and biohazardous materials. Works in a fast-paced, high traffic environment that may be interruptive and stressful. May be required to take call and work weekends/holidays based on departmental needs. Experience in Chemistry and Blood Bank is preferred. Familiarity with laboratory information systems is required.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam