Medical Lab Tech Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Lab Technician to perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood and body fluids.

The role requires adherence to QC standards, proper equipment maintenance, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information. The MLT will handle phlebotomy assistance, document results, and ensure a safe, compliant work environment during the 7on/7off night shift (7pm-5:30am).

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and QC standards.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments.
• Ability to analyze QC data and interpret patient results.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high-complexity lab tests with accuracy and timely reporting.
• Adheres to QC protocols, analyzes data, and resolves out-of-range results.
• Operates and maintains instruments, performs preventive maintenance, and reports issues.
• Utilizes lab computer systems for general and section-specific tasks.
• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
• Ensures lab safety by using PPE and following regulations.
• Assists with phlebotomy and supports departmental tasks.
• Maintains compliant records and statistics per regulatory standards.

Skills

Quality control

Lab equipment operation

Data analysis

Teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate Degree in Laboratory Science or MLT

Military Medical Laboratory Specialist training (50 weeks)

Job description

Medical Lab Tech
Position Type: 7on/7off 7pm-5:30am

• 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 (MLT) 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 168846
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/22/2026, 08:47 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night