Medical Technologist - Core Lab - PM (039)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus may be available (full‑t

Educational assistance programs

Paid time off and parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to join the hematology and coagulation lab. You will perform automated hematology, urinalysis, coagulation studies, smear review and CSF cytospins, contributing to patient-centered diagnostic results at a leading academic medical center.

The role emphasizes technical precision, problem-solving, and education of future laboratory professionals within a major university hospital system in Alabama.

Qualifications

• Two qualification pathways: BA in Clinical Laboratory or related field with a 12-month NAACLS/ASCP/AMT internship; certification must be obtained within 15 months.
• Bachelor's degree plus 12-month internship in Medical Technology program approved by NAACLS/ASCP/AMT required.
• BLS certification may be required within 30 days depending on patient care performed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures on body tissues, fluids and other substances.
• Assist supervisor with evaluating new instruments, methods, and quality control activities.
• Coordinate education sessions, computer operations and quality improvement activities as needed.

Skills

Diagnostic testing

Technical precision

Problem solving

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field

Internship or certification NAACLS/ASCP/AMT requirement

Tools

Automated hematology instruments

Quality control procedures

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $26.55 - $43.10 / hour

Sign-on bonus: $10,000 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

Join our hematology and coagulation lab team, where you’ll support critical diagnostic testing. You’ll perform automated hematology, urinalysis, coagulation studies, peripheral smear review, body fluid analysis, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cytospins, and urine sediment examination with opportunities to support specialized coagulation and bone marrow-related studies. You’ll work in an environment that supports educating and training future laboratory professionals at a leading academic medical center. This role is a great fit if you enjoy diagnostic problem-solving, technical precision, and work that directly impacts patient outcomes.

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 fifteen (15) 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