Certified Medical Lab Tech - Blood Bank & Transfusion

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support the blood bank lab, processing and issuing blood products for trauma, surgery, and complex cases in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires an Associate's degree in a related field and MLT certification (ASCP or AMT) within 15 months of hire, with BLS possibly required within 30 days. Expect rigorous quality and safety standards in an academic medical center environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• Must be certified as an MLT (ASCP or AMT) within 15 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required or obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform, check accuracy and report results of routine and moderately complex lab procedures on body tissues, fluids and other substances as specified by lab supervisor.
• Perform reagent preparation, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance with assistance from a lead or supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Strong judgment

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

MLT certification (ASCP or AMT)

Job description

UAB Medicine is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support the blood bank lab, processing and issuing blood products for trauma, surgery, and complex cases in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires an Associate's degree in a related field and MLT certification (ASCP or AMT) within 15 months of hire, with BLS possibly required within 30 days. Expect rigorous quality and safety standards in an academic medical center environment.