Medical Lab Tech

Gadsden Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for the full-time morning shift to support chemistry and blood bank coverage during the week, with core lab coverage every other weekend. The role involves performing moderate to high-complexity tests on blood and body fluids, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in CLS/MLT or military MLP training (50 weeks) and have 0–2 years of acute care laboratory

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate Degree in CLS/MLT or military equivalent with 50 weeks of MLP training.
• 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience preferred.
• Certification/licensure as MLT and state license where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and high complexity tests on blood and body fluids.
• Adhere to quality control protocols and document results accurately.
• Operate and maintain lab instruments, perform preventive maintenance.
• Utilize LIS for data entry and test reporting.
• Collect and process urine drug screens with chain-of-custody as needed.
• Ensure safety with PPE and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with phlebotomy and team-based departmental tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and departmental statistics.

Skills

Lab knowledge

Equipment operation

Quality data analysis

Communication & teamwork

Safety & compliance

Detail oriented

Education

Associate Degree in CLS/MLT

Military Medical Lab Procedures course (50 weeks)

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Medical Lab Technician

Position Type

Full Time Morning shift for Chemistry and Blood Bank coverage during the week. Also every other weekend core lab coverage

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

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