Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - Physician Partners Lab - Full-time
Roper St. Francis · North Charleston, South Carolina · Posted Jun 27, 2026
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Monday-Friday 12:00pm-9:00pm/2:00pm-11:00pm
Rotating Saturdays
**Primary Function/General Purpose of Position**
Performs routine, and special diagnostic procedures requiring technical skill, judgment, and independent decision-making following established standards, policies and procedures. Performs phlebotomy and accessioning duties as needed. Assists the Laboratory Supervisor in the technical and administrative functions of the laboratory.
**Essential Job Functions**
+ **Technical Procedures:** Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality – accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
+ **Instrumentation:** Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary.
+ **Information Handling** : Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results.Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actionsappropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patientconfidentiality per established policies.
+ **Communication/Customer Service:** Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist,coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments – accurately, timely,clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate.Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicateswith physicians, nurses and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapportwith peers, management, physicians and hospital staff.
+ **Compliance/Safety:** Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures.Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains asafe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medicalnecessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education andparticipates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet departmentPerformance Improvement Goals.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
**Licensing/Certification**
+ ASCP, ASCPI, NCA, or AMT registered as a MT, MLS, or IMLS.
**Education**
+ B.S. in Medical Technology, or Bachelors degree with prerequisite coursework and clinical training (required)
+ In lieu of a Bachelors degree, candidate must meet the alternate route requirements for education and training as set forth by ASCP, NCA, or AMT in order to be certified by ASCP, NCA, or AMT.
**Work Experience**
+ Not Required
**Skill** **s**
**Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills** **_:_**
+ Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well-informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints.
+ Must demonstrate superior work knowledge and ability to organize and communicate clearly.
+ Must be able to use office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc.
**Soft/Interpersonal Skills:**
+ Demonstrates excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
+ Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
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
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