Medical Lab Technician Full-Time Second Shift

At Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, we’re proud to be a leading 252 bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare with a community-focused touch. Located in the heart of Alabaster- one of Alabama’s fastest growing and most desirable places to live- we serve over 30,000 emergency visitors annually and offer a wide range of advanced clinical services, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, urology, robotics surgery, and more. 

Our State-of-the-art facilities feature cutting-edge technology such as 3 Tesla MRI, robotic surgical systems, and 256-slice CT scanner- empowering top tier care. Recognized for excellence with accolades like ACC Cath Lab Accreditation, Transcatheter Valve certification, and Primary Stoke Center Designation, we’re committed to growth, innovation, and community well-being. 

Whether you’re an experienced specialist or just beginning your healthcare journey, Baptist Health Shelby offers a dynamic environment where your skills make a real difference. Join us in a welcoming, fast-paced setting with easy commutes, ample free parking, and a team that feels like family. Be part of a hospital that’s shaping the future of healthcare in Alabama- Where your career can thrive and your community can flourish! 

• →Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes.
• →Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• →Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes.
• →Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• →Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
• →Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• →Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
• →Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.
• →Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor.
• →Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.
• →Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• →Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.
• →Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader: supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training.
• →Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.
• →Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• →Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel.
• →Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators.
• →Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• →Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
• →Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital and departmental matters at all times.
• →Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader.

• Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician. or
• Associate degree in related field.
• None.
• Requires ASCP or AMT certification or equivalent as a Medical Laboratory Technician from an accredited program or qualifies for certification. Certification required within 6 months of hire.