Medical Technologist Coordinator (Diagnostic Microbiology)

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City

Charleston

State

SC

Zip

29408

Country

United States

Job Type

Full Time

Posted At

2026-05-06

Job Reference

22317_R-0000061287

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Category

Clinical & Research Support Services

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<p><b>Job Description Summary</b></p>The Medical Technologist Coordinator works closely with the Supervisor and assists in the oversight of work processes and work groups within the laboratory. Is responsible for relaying communications between management and staff. Assists with problem resolution to technical and personnel issues that surface in daily laboratory operations. Leads team building effort and fosters an open and creative environment within the laboratory. Attends meetings and makes recommendations to streamline workflows between the laboratory and the clinics to better serve patient care. Assists with the validation, optimization, and implementation of highly complex state of the art technologies in a rapidly growing laboratory. Serves as subject matter expert on laboratory procedures, and contact person for troubleshooting of assays and instrumentation. Shares responsibility for training and competency assessments of laboratory staff, and collaborates with supervisor on performance management and quality issues. Maintains the laboratory in a constant state of readiness, and in compliance with all applicable accreditation standards.<p></p><p><b>Entity</b></p>Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)<p></p><p><b>Worker Type</b></p>Employee<p></p><p><b>Worker Sub-Type​</b></p>Classified<p></p><p><b>Cost Center</b></p>CC000396 CHS - Diagnostic Microbiology (Main)<p></p><p><b>Pay Rate Type</b></p>Hourly<p></p><p><b>Pay Grade</b></p>Health-29<p></p><p><b>Scheduled Weekly Hours</b></p>40<p></p><p><b>Work Shift</b></p>Nights (United States of America)<p></p><p><b>Job Description</b></p><p>Individual works closely with the Supervisor and assists in the oversight of work processes and work groups within the laboratory. Is responsible for relaying communications between management and staff. Assists with problem resolution to technical and personnel issues that surface in daily laboratory operations. Leads team building effort and fosters an open and creative environment within the laboratory. Attends meetings and makes recommendations to streamline workflows between the laboratory and the clinics to better serve patient care. Assists with the validation, optimization, and implementation of highly complex state of the art technologies in a rapidly growing laboratory. Serves as subject matter expert on laboratory procedures, and contact person for troubleshooting of assays and instrumentation. Shares responsibility for training and competency assessments of laboratory staff, and collaborates with supervisor on performance management and quality issues. Maintains the laboratory in a constant state of readiness, and in compliance with all applicable accreditation standards.</p><p></p><p><b>Additional Job Description</b></p><p>Education: Bachelor of Science degree In Medical Technology or relevant medical or scientific discipline required.  Experience:  At least five years of experience in a clinical laboratory.  Certification:  Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent, or relevant catagorical certification.  Specialty Certification in Clinical Laboratory section preferred.  NOTE:  Completion of Path and Lab ICCE Career Ladder requirements for Medical Technologist IV/Specialist within 6 months in position. </p><p></p><p><i>If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!</i></p><p></p><p>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. </p><p></p><p>Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees" target="_blank">http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees</a></p>

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