Medical Laboratory Technologist

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform laboratory analyses accurately for patients, physicians, and hospital staff. The role includes problem solving, meeting deadlines, and contributing to hospital operations.

Educational requirements include ASCP-certified MLT or higher degrees; strong MS Office skills and team leadership are desired. This full-time night-shift position offers consistent off cycles.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with MLT/MLS training and ASCP Board of Registry certification.
• ASCP certification required as stated in job listing.
• Higher degrees in Biology or related field may meet qualification scope.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently.
• Detect unusual conditions and take responsibility for problem solving.
• May have additional duties within scope of the role.

Skills

MS Office

Leadership

Organization

Deadline-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in MLT/MLS

ASCP certification

Bachelor/Master/Doctoral in Biology/ML Sciences

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.

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)