Medical Technologist, Days, Gen Lab

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive"

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Technologist I for Birmingham, AL. The role performs routine and specialized lab tests with supervision, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. The position may include teaching new staff and phlebotomy duties as needed.

The candidate will work with quality control protocols, instrument maintenance, and regulatory compliance, contributing to patient care and data collection for accreditation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing checks, analyzing data, and taking corrective actions.
• Conducts instrument function checks and preventative maintenance per policy.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Ensures safety regulations compliance and proper PPE usage.
• Communicates test results and issues with healthcare staff promptly.
• Assist with phlebotomy duties and data collection for compliance.
• Maintains documentation and supports accreditation activities.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Safety regulations

Troubleshooting instruments

Organizational skills

Laboratory information systems

Record keeping

Professional communication

Population-specific knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

CLT Proficiency examination (HHS/HEW) passing score

0-2 years acute care experience

Job description

Multiple shifts available:

• Full time, Days: 4:30 am - 3:00 pm, 8 days on/6 days off.
• Full time, Days: 6:00 am -4:30 pm, 7 days on/ 7 days off.
• PRN Days

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Essential Functions

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or, Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science required or
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet testing deadlines.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) required

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Job Info

• Job Identification 163934
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/09/2026, 04:21 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US