Medical Laboratory Technologist

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL. The position supports night shifts on a 7 on/7 off rotation and focuses on accurate laboratory analyses and timely service to patients and staff.

The ideal candidate will hold ASCP MT certification with an associate degree in MLT or higher in a CLIA-qualified setting, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills to work independently or within a team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with Medical Laboratory Technology and ASCP Board of Registry certification required.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Medical or Clinical Laboratory Sciences meeting CLIA qualifications for moderate & high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently for patients, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving.
• May have additional duties within scope of the role.

Skills

MS Office

Team leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

ASCP MT certification

Biology/Microbiology/Immunology/Medical Laboratory Sciences degree

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Medical Lab Technologist shall provide timely and courteous service to patients, physicians, and hospital staff by performing laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently. This individual will detect unusual conditions and assume responsibility for problem solving. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

• Associate’s degree with Medical Laboratory Technology and clinical laboratory training culminating in national certification, as defined by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry required.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Medical or Clinical Laboratory Sciences from an institution meeting CLIA personnel testing qualifications for moderate & high complexity testing.

License / Certification

Associate degree requires active ASCP Medical Laboratory Technologist certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organizations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job

Medical Laboratory Technologist - 7o/7o Night Medical Laboratory Technologist 107 - Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: 7 on / 7 off - Third Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.