Huntsville Hospital Health System·Scottsboro, Alabama
The Medical Lab Technician performs moderate and high complexity laboratory testing on blood and body fluid specimens. They also conduct quality control procedures and teach new employees laboratory policies and procedures.
Overview Performs all required procedures relating to moderate and high complexity laboratory testing on all types of blood and body fluid specimens. Performs quality control procedures, instrument function checks, and preventative maintenance as required according to department policies and procedures. Teaches new employees laboratory policies and procedures.
Education required: Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or one of the biological or chemical sciences License, registration and/or certification: Eligible for registration as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT,ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT,NCA) or equivalent preferred Experience: 1-2 years laboratory experience preferred About Us Highlands Medical Center is a 170-bed hospital located in Scottsboro, offering a wide variety of emergency, inpatient and outpatient services to support the wellness of our community. A part of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, HMC has the strength of a collaborative group of high-performing hospitals across North Alabama to share information, processes, ideas and best practices for continual enhancements to the care and services offered to meet the health care needs of our diverse community. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Highlands Medical Center stands out as one of the top-rated healthcare providers in the state. In addition to Highlands Medical Center, the system provides many services through owned-entities across the community - Highlands Family Medicine, Highlands Home Health, Highlands Occupational Medicine, Highlands Surgical Services, Jackson County Family Medicine, Scottsboro OB-GYN, Highlands Pediatrics, and Highlands Health & Rehab and Cumberland Health & Rehab, two rehabilitation and long-term care nursing homes. With over 720 employees, HMC is one of the largest employers in Jackson County.
An associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or a related field is required. Candidates should be eligible for registration as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician, with 1-2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
Market context
Medical lab technician roles in Alabama are typically supported by ongoing demand in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that need reliable testing support. These positions are competitive because employers often look for an associate’s degree, eligibility for registration, and prior lab experience, plus attention to detail and consistency in a fast-paced setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your registration eligibility and prepare examples of hands-on lab work before applying.
