Day Shift Microbiology MLS - Per Diem

Southeast Health; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeast Health in Dothan, AL seeks a Medical Laboratory Professional for day shift, per diem with a 0.2 FTE commitment. The role emphasizes accurate testing, timely reporting, and instrument maintenance within established laboratory protocols.

Qualifications include a BS in Medical Technology or related field and a 1-year internship; ASCP or equivalent certification eligibility is required. The position supports safety and quality standards in a hospital lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or Chemistry qualifying the applicant to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology (or equivalent) certification examination.
• Minimum Experience Preferred: One (1) year clinical laboratory internship.
• Performs all aspects of pre-analytic workflow for the specific laboratory section to ensure orders entered correctly and specimens are appropriate for the test ordered.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory according to established protocols.
• Reports test results in a timely manner according to protocol.
• Maintains instrument and equipment with routine maintenance and calibration.
• Troubleshoots instruments, reagents, and specimens and notifies supervisor if unresolved.
• Verifies specimens, orders, and reports results; ensures proper documentation and adds on tests as needed.

Skills

Pre-analytic workflow

Analytical testing

Specimen handling

Quality control

Troubleshooting

LIS order entry

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or Chemistry

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Southeast Health in Dothan, AL seeks a Medical Laboratory Professional for day shift, per diem with a 0.2 FTE commitment. The role emphasizes accurate testing, timely reporting, and instrument maintenance within established laboratory protocols.

Qualifications include a BS in Medical Technology or related field and a 1-year internship; ASCP or equivalent certification eligibility is required. The position supports safety and quality standards in a hospital lab.