Blood Bank Lab Tech — Nights | Health Benefits & 401(k)

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Competitive pay & benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL seeks a Medical Lab Technician - Blood Bank Nights to perform diagnostic tests on blood products and specimens. The role requires careful adherence to quality control standards and instrument maintenance to support accurate patient diagnoses, with collaboration across clinical teams.

The successful candidate will operate and troubleshoot lab equipment, handle specimen processing, and uphold safety and regulatory compliance on a 10pm–8:30am night shift

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree or military Medical Laboratory Training.
• Certification/license (MLT) preferred or required per state.
• 0–2 years acute care lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high-complexity tests accurately.
• Maintains quality control protocols and documents results.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments.
• Uses LIS and lab computer systems.
• Collects, processes, and documents specimens (urine drug screens as required).
• Ensures safety with PPE and regulatory compliance.
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team.
• Keeps accurate records and reports data to supervisors.
• Maintains regular attendance and teamwork.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Equipment maintenance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Medical Lab Technician - Blood Bank Evenings

Birmingham, AL, United States

Job Description

Shift: 7/7 Evenings 2:30pm-1:00am

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off

Job Summary

The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. This role requires expertise in performing moderate and high-complexity tests while adhering to strict quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The Medical Lab Technician is also tasked with maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information.

Essential Functions

• Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with proper documentation.
• Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and resolving issues promptly.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicates issues to supervisors as needed.
• Demonstrates proficiency in using laboratory computer systems for general and section-specific functions.
• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety regulations.
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete departmental tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or
• Technical School completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks minimum) and holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist required
• 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and quality control standards.
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret quality control data and patient test results.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and infection control protocols.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Licenses and Certifications

• MLT - Medical Lab Technician through ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW, or equivalent certification agency required
• State license where applicable required

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Job Info

• Job Identification 165910
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/28/2026, 08:11 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US