Night Medical Technologist — Full Benefits & Tuition Support

CHS Career Site; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Job summary

CHS Career Site in Foley, AL is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and high-complexity tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision, ensuring accurate results and adherence to quality control protocols.

The role includes instrument maintenance, assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance, potential teaching of new staff, and collaboration with healthcare teams to support patient care and safety.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Time management

LIS proficiency

Communication skills

Education

BS in Medical Technology

Clinical Laboratory Proficiency Exam

Tools

LIS software

Laboratory instruments

Job description

CHS Career Site in Foley, AL is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and high-complexity tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision, ensuring accurate results and adherence to quality control protocols.

The role includes instrument maintenance, assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance, potential teaching of new staff, and collaboration with healthcare teams to support patient care and safety.