Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Gadsden, Alabama
The Medical Lab Technician conducts routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood and body fluids to support patient diagnosis. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
Full Time Morning shift for Chemistry and Blood Bank coverage during the week. Also every other weekend core lab coverage
The Medical Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and specialized diagnostic tests on blood, body fluids, and other specimens to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and care. This role requires expertise in performing moderate and high-complexity tests while adhering to strict quality control standards, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines. The Medical Lab Technician is also tasked with maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide critical diagnostic information.
Essential Functions
Performs moderate and high-complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with proper documentation.
Adheres to quality control protocols, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and resolving issues promptly.
Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicates issues to supervisors as needed.
Demonstrates proficiency in using laboratory computer systems for general and section-specific functions.
Collects, processes, and documents chain-of-custody urine drug screens as required.
Ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following safety regulations.
Assists with phlebotomy duties and collaborates with team members to complete departmental tasks.
Maintains accurate records and statistical data in compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in a relevant laboratory science or have completed an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course. Additionally, a valid MLT certification from an agency such as ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW is required.
Market context
Medical lab tech openings in Alabama often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and reference labs that need support for routine testing and timely results. These roles are competitive because employers usually want an associate degree or equivalent military training, MLT certification, and some acute care lab exposure. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting so you can confirm certification details and prioritize roles that match your experience.
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