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Laboratory Technologist II-61053113
State of South Carolina
SCDPH
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$52,100 - $54,000
per year
Type
Temporary
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February 28, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves conducting advanced lab tests on bacteria from patient samples to help track and fight infections in public health settings.
The role requires setting up tests, using specialized equipment, and providing advice to health experts, all while maintaining accurate records.
It's a good fit for someone with a science background who enjoys detailed lab work and wants to contribute to community health protection.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline, or an associate degree with equivalent training and journey-level experience in a related field
- Experience performing complex laboratory procedures for bacterial isolation and identification
- Proficiency in setting up cultures, isolates, and ordering tests in Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Skills in PCR testing for colonization screenings like Group A Strep (GAS) and Carbapenem Producing Organisms (CPO)
- Ability to conduct susceptibility testing using methods such as Vitek MS, MALDI-TOF, Cepheid Genexpert, mCIM, and disk diffusion
- Knowledge of working with bacteria including Haemophilus, Neisseria, Vibrio, and Streptococcus in the HAI ARLN bench
- Capability to record data, maintain inventory, and perform quality control under limited supervision
Full Job Description
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Under limited supervision, performs complex and varied laboratory procedures for the isolation and identification of bacteria in clinical samples/isolates. Sets up all samples received in the unit as well as orders correct test in Laboratory Information System (LIS). Provides consultative services for senders and epidemiologists.
Test all colonization screenings using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and culture to include: Group A Strep (GAS) and Carbapenem Producing Organisms (CPO).
Independently setup all cultures/isolates received in the unit.
Work with Non-Enteric/ Hospital Acquired Infections-Antimicrobial Resistance Laboratory Network (HAI ARLN) bench to run various tests in identification, culture, PCR and susceptibility testing to include: Vitek Mass Analyze (MS) Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization-Time-Of-Flight (maldi-TOF), Cepheid Genexpert, Modified Carbapenemase Inactivation Method (mCIM) and antibiotic susceptibility testing using disk diffusion.
Record and maintain inventory to include quality control.
Independently work on Non-Enteric/ Hospital Acquired Infections-Antimicrobial Resistance Laboratory Network (HAI ARLN) bench to include but not limited to: Haemophilus, Neisseria, Vibrio, and Streptococcus.
Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a related medical, scientific or technical discipline and journey-level work experience in a related field.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application.
Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Information
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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