Medical Lab Technician - Blood Bank Evenings

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive Health Coverage –Medical

401(k) with matching

Educational Tuition Assistance

Competitive Pay & Full Benefits

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

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

You will ensure accuracy, quality control, and timely reporting while maintaining equipment and safety standards in a hospital lab environment. The role requires an associate degree or military lab training, MLT certification, and state licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or military laboratory training.
• MLT certification is required (e.g., ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW) or equivalent.
• State licensure where applicable is required

Responsabilités

• Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and reports results with proper documentation.
• Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzes data, and resolves out-of-range results promptly.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments; performs preventative maintenance and communicates issues.
• Demonstrates proficiency with laboratory computer systems for data entry and reporting.
• Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
• Ensures compliance with PPE and safety regulations in all tasks.
• Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.

Connaissances

Quality control

Lab equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Formation

Associate degree in lab science

Military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks)

Outils

Laboratory information systems

Laboratory instruments

Description du poste

Shift: 7/7 Evenings 2:30pm-1:00am

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off

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

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