Job Description

Job Summary 

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. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or Technical School completion of an official military Medical Laboratory Procedures course (50 weeks minimum) and holding the military occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist required 0-2 years of acute care laboratory experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of laboratory testing principles, procedures, and quality control standards. Proficiency in laboratory equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Ability to analyze and interpret quality control data and patient test results. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals. Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and infection control protocols. Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Licenses and Certifications

MLT - Medical Technician - ASCP required or Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT required

We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

About us: Baldwin Health is a 112-bed, acute care hospital offering inpatient, outpatient, emergency, diagnostic and surgical care with over 800 employees and a network of medical clinics serving greater coastal Alabama. A dedicated and experienced medical staff offers over 32 medical specialties. Hospital services include Baldwin County’s only Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Center, Women’s Imaging, digital imaging, a 24-hour emergency department, an extended hours urgent care & imaging center and freestanding emergency department in Gulf Shores.

With numerous recognitions for quality and safety, the hospital is Baldwin County’s only Chest Pain and Stroke accredited facility and one of only two Sepsis Certified facilities in the state of Alabama. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.

Employee Benefits:

Health Benefits with BCBS of Alabama - Medical, Dental, Vision
401K
Paid Time off ( increases with years of service)
EIB (Sick Time)
Company paid life insurance
Competitive Salary
Flexible Scheduling
Comprehensive Orientation Program
Opportunity for Career Growth