Medical Technologist - Chemistry Lab - AM (055)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF program

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Medical Technologist for the Core Lab to perform and verify routine and complex chemistry tests, reporting accurate results in a high-volume environment. You will support instrument evaluations, QC, troubleshooting, and may participate in education sessions and quality improvement activities.

The role offers exposure to advanced assays and collaboration with pathologists and clinicians in a leading academic medical center, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities

Qualifications

• Two qualification pathways: degree + internship (NAACLS/ASCP or AMT) or Medical Technology track with internship.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within 13 months from date of hire.
• BLS certification may be required within 30 days depending on patient-care duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform, verify and report results of routine and complex laboratory procedures.
• Assist supervisor with evaluating new instruments, reagent prep, QC data, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Assist team lead with apheresis procedures, bone marrows and coordinating educational sessions and quality control activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field with NAACLS/ASCP or AMT certification

ASCP or AMT Certification

Job description

Medical Technologist - Core Lab - PM (055)

Sign-on bonus: $8,000 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

The core chemistry laboratory team functions in a high-volume, high-impact environment that supports diagnosis and treatment decisions every day, serving as the primary chemistry testing center for UAB Hospital. You’ll also gain exposure to specialized assays such as transplant drug monitoring, protein electrophoresis, and drug confirmation testing. Our team works with advanced instrumentation and collaborates with pathologists and clinicians to deliver accurate, timely results. This role is a strong opportunity if you want to build expertise in complex methodologies while growing your career in a technologically advanced academic medical center.

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

There are two pathways for qualification; work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement under either pathway. Qualified with either a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or a related field with the completion of a twelve (12) month internship in a Medical Technology program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or as a Medical Technologist (MT) with the American Medical Technologists (AMT) required OR for students pursuing a Medical Technology degree, a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or a related field with the completion of a twelve (12) month internship in an approved program as previously described required within nine (9) months from date of hire. 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.