Medical Technologist - Hospital Labs - PRN (801)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks a generalist laboratory professional to perform and verify routine and complex tests across multiple disciplines. You will report results of analyses on diverse specimens and assist with instrument evaluation, QC, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.

A strong emphasis on education and quality improvement is expected. The role supports a fast-paced hospital lab environment with opportunities to rotate through chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field with the completion of a 12‑month internship in a Medical Technology program approved by NAACLS with ASCP or AMT certification.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within 15 months from date of hire.
• BLS certification may be required within 30 days from hire depending on patient care performed.

Responsibilities

• Perform, verify, and report results of routine and complex laboratory procedures on body tissues and fluids.
• Assist supervisor with evaluating new instruments, reagents, QC information, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist team lead with apheresis procedures, bone marrows, educational sessions, and quality control/improvement activities.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's in Clinical Laboratory or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $38.50 / hour

Job Highlights

The laboratory at UAB Hospital-Highlands is a fast-paced, generalist laboratory environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, ER, and surgical services. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate through a variety of disciplines, including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, microbiology,
immunology, blood bank, and molecular testing. You’ll work in a collaborative, team-focused setting that provides broad clinical exposure and strong technical development. This role is a great fit if you want variety and hands‑on experience.

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