Microbiology Medical Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Medical Technologist (Laboratory)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical Technologist - strictly Microbiology (no floating between service lines)
• Shift: Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• On-call: No
• Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends and holidays, every 3rd weekend

Experience & Education Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 3 years preferred
• First-timers: Accepted
• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical/scientific discipline
• Certification: ASCP BOC Medical Technologist certification or equivalent specialty lab certification required
• Preferred Experience:

  • Microbiology and Beaker system experience
  • Culture setup, Gram stain reading and reporting
  • PCR Testing
  • Experience with plating, reading Gram stains, and rapid molecular testing (BioFire Torch panels, Cepheid assays)

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests
• Conduct quality control and troubleshoot errors and instruments
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Communicate technical information to medical and non-medical personnel
• Assist with training laboratory personnel
• Participate in continuing education
• Recognize normal and abnormal lab values
• Model professional standards of behavior

Location & Travel

• Radius Rule: 60 miles
• Locals: Accepted on a case-by-case basis

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all clinical staff (AHA or ARC certification)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for specific units; verify if applicable
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (verify with recruiter)

Licensure & Verification

• State License: South Carolina license required (primary source verification)
• Licensure must be active, unencumbered, and no pending actions
• Licensure hits must be approved by facility
• Temporary/walk-through licenses may be available under certain conditions

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual updates required, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed

Background & Documentation

• Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence and employment
• Employment verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if needed
• Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Competency exams and color blindness testing required prior to start
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed before orientation
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge

Additional Notes

• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• No prior travel experience explicitly required
• Strict adherence to facility policies and documentation submission timelines is mandatory

This position is ideal for Medical Technologists with microbiology expertise seeking a travel contract in South Carolina with a reputable healthcare system.