Medical Technologist - Urgent Care Lab - Days (007)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Five Points South (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Medical Technologist for their Urgent Care Lab. This full-time position offers competitive pay, an $8,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance and generous leave. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and certification in Clinical Laboratory Science, with responsibilities involving complex laboratory procedures and support functions.

Benefits

100% tuition assistance

wellness initiatives

generous paid time off

paid parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field.
• 12-month NAACLS-accredited internship with ASCP or equivalent certification.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within 15 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform, verify accuracy, and report results of laboratory procedures.
• Assist with evaluating new instruments and quality control.
• Support apheresis procedures and quality activities.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Completion of a 12-month NAACLS-accredited internship

Job description

Job Description - Medical Technologist - Urgent Care Lab - Days (007) (T224447)

Medical Technologist - Urgent Care Lab - Days (007) - (T224447)

Description

Compensation: Pay Range: $26.55 - $43.10 / hour
- $8,000 new hire sign-on bonus (Full-Time only)
- Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, and more.
- UAB Medicine provides resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
Work with the Best at UAB Medicine: UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer, operating over 1,200 beds and 200+ clinics in Birmingham, Alabama.
- A nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and research.
- Recognitions include U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals (#1 in Alabama), America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer (Forbes, 2021), Level I Trauma Center, NCI-Designated Cancer Center, and more.
- Our supportive and inclusive culture fosters career growth and skill diversification.

Job Description:

Perform, verify accuracy, and report results of routine and complex laboratory procedures on body tissues, fluids, and other substances. Assist supervisor and team lead with evaluating new instruments, reagent preparation, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. Support apheresis procedures, bone marrow processing, educational sessions, computer operations, and quality activities as needed.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field.
- Completion of a 12-month NAACLS-accredited internship with ASCP or equivalent certification.
- Students pursuing a Medical Technology degree must obtain their degree within nine months of hire.
- Certification from ASCP or AMT must be obtained within 15 months of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required within 30 days, depending on patient care responsibilities.