Medical Lab Tech Certified - UED Lab - PM (701)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance programs

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

PSLF Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a Medical Lab Technician to perform routine and moderately complex lab procedures in a fast-paced, STAT environment within our Emergency Department, supporting immediate patient care decisions.

You will prepare reagents, run quality control, troubleshoot equipment, and coordinate with supervising technologists to ensure accurate results for critical cases, with 12-hour shifts and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• MLT certification must be obtained within 15 months of hire (ASCP or AMT).
• BLS certification 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 directed.
• Perform reagent preparation, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance with supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Laboratory procedures

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Medical Lab Technician (MLT) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $21.80 - $35.45 / hour

Sign-on bonus: $10,000 new hire sign-on bonus may be available (full-time only)

Shifts: 3 12-hour shifts

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

Our laboratory team at the UAB Hospital Emergency Department operates in a true STAT environment where rapid, accurate results support immediate decisions for emergency and critical patients at the state’s first ACS-verified adult Level I Trauma Center. You’ll collaborate closely with emergency providers and care teams to keep quality patient care moving without delay. This role is ideal if you thrive in high-acuity settings and want to see your contributions and expertise make a visible difference in real time.

Job Description

To 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. To perform reagent preparation, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance with assistance from a Medical Technologist, Medical Lab Technician Lead or Supervisor.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Students in a related associate's degree program must obtain degree within nine (9) months from date of hire to classification. Must be certified as a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or with the American Medical Technologists (AMT) within fifteen (15) months of hire date. 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.