Histopathology Coordinator

Company: MUSC
Location: Charleston
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description SummaryEntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type---RegularCost CenterCC000459 CHS - Histopathology & Special Stains (Main)Pay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-29Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftJob DescriptionThe Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for coordinating daily operations, organizing workflow, and ensuring the technical quality and timely delivery of laboratory services. This role maintains expertise in testing methodologies and actively participates in testing activities. Working closely with the supervisor, the coordinator oversees work processes and work groups within the laboratory. This role relays communications between management and staff, assists with technical and personnel problem resolution, and leads team-building efforts to foster an open and creative environment. The coordinator attends meetings to recommend workflow optimizations that enhance patient care. They assist with the validation, optimization, and implementation of highly complex, state-of-the-art technologies in a rapidly growing laboratory. As a subject matter expert on laboratory procedures, the coordinator troubleshoots testing and instrumentation issues. They share responsibility for training and competency assessments of laboratory staff and collaborate with the supervisor on performance management and quality issues. The coordinator ensures the laboratory is maintained in a constant state of readiness and compliance with all applicable accreditation standards.Additional Job DescriptionEducation: 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. -If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!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. 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:

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