Laboratory Technician - Gardendale Lab - AM (102)

UAB Medicine; Gardendale (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Parental leave

PSLF Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine Gardendale is seeking a laboratory professional to join the freestanding ED team. You will perform duties related to preparation, distribution, cataloging, and storage of lab specimens for testing in a fast-paced emergency setting.

The role requires accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration with emergency clinicians, with pay range $15.00–$22.75 per hour and benefits including education assistance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS may be required or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Experience in a laboratory or emergency department is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle preparation, distribution, cataloging, and storage of lab specimens for testing.
• Adhere to specimen identification policies and quality controls.
• Use lab and hospital information systems; provide general administrative support to the laboratory staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Emergency dept experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LIS software

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $15.00 - $22.75 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

The laboratory team at the UAB Medicine Freestanding Emergency Department of Gardendale delivers rapid diagnostic testing that supports immediate clinical decision-making for emergency patients. You’ll work in a fast-paced setting that requires accuracy, efficiency, and strong problem-solving skills while collaborating closely with emergency clinicians. This position is an ideal role for laboratory professionals wanting emergency lab experience.

Job Description

To perform all duties related to the preparation, distribution, cataloging, and storage of lab specimens for testing. To adhere to departmental specimen identification policies and quality controls. To utilize lab and hospital information systems and provide general administrative support to the laboratory staff in support of laboratory operations, such as filing, record maintenance, responding to client calls, and mail delivery.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required. Depending on the unit/department or if the position works directly with patients, Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required or required to be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.