Medical Laboratory Technician

Pride Health; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 34,577 - 36,051; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is hiring a Medical Lab Technician I to support a medical facility in Birmingham, AL. This role involves determining specimen acceptability, performing technical procedures, and ensuring quality patient care. Candidates should have an associate degree in relevant fields and 1-2 years of lab experience. Comprehensive benefits include healthcare coverage and a retirement plan. This is a 3-month assignment with potential for long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• State Medical Technician license may be required.
• ASCP or AMT certification is preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Strong communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Job description

Overview

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Lab Technician I to support our client’s medical facility based in Birmingham, AL 35235 USA. This is a 3-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Medical Lab Technician I

Location: Birmingham, AL 35235

Duration: 3-4 Months+

Pay rate: $25.10-$26.17

Schedule: 2nd/230pm-130am

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Minimum 1-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• State Medical Technician license may be required (will be listed in requirement if it’s needed).
• ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred or required (will be listed in requirement if it’s required).
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Benefits

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.