Medical Technologist - Blood Bank - PM (176)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Generous paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine’s blood bank laboratory provides critical transfusion services in a high-acuity environment. You’ll process and issue blood products for trauma, surgery, transplant and oncology while upholding strict quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates show strong judgment, attention to detail and calm execution in rapid decision-making. A BS in clinical lab science and certification timelines apply, with sign-on options for eligible full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field required.
• One year of related experience required; experience may not substitute education.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within 13 months of hire.
• BLS certification may be required within 30 days of hire depending on patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform, check accuracy and report results of routine and complex lab procedures.
• Assist supervisor with evaluating new instruments, reagent prep, QC, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Assist team lead with apheresis procedures, bone marrows and coordinating educational sessions as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good judgment

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $27.85 - $45.25 / hour

Sign-on bonus: $15,000 new hire sign-on bonus may be available (full-time only)

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

Our blood bank lab provides critical transfusion services in a high-acuity patient care environment. You’ll help process and issue blood products for trauma, surgery, transplant, oncology, and other complex cases while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards. In this academic medical center environment, ideal candidates have strong judgment, attention to detail, and calm execution amidst rapid decision- making.

Job Description

To perform, check accuracy and report results of routine and complex laboratory procedures on body tissues, fluids and other substances when received. To assist supervisor and/or team lead with evaluating new instruments and/or methods, reagent preparation, quality control information, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. To assist team lead with apheresis procedures, bone marrows, coordinating educational sessions, computer operations, and/or quality control/improvement activities within a section as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within thirteen (13) months from date of hire. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required within thirty (30) days from date of hire depending on the type of patient related care performed.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.