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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician Job Description Summary: The main function of a medical laboratory technician is to perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This role typically works under the supervision of a medical technologist. Responsibilities + Set up, adjust, maintain, and clean medical laboratory equipment. + Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications using special mechanical and electrical devices. + Analyze, gather, and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, and narratives. + Obtain specimens, cultivate, isolate, and identify microorganisms for analysis. + Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities. + Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found. Essential Skills + Verbal and written communication skills. + Attention to detail. + Problem-solving skills. + Basic ability to work independently and manage time. + Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases. + Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or GED required. + Associate's degree in medical technology or vocational training preferred. + 0-2 years of experience in the field. + Generalist Experience (will only have to learn 2 departments). + Experience in medical laboratory, MLT. Work Environment The position is in a hospital setting. The work hours are Monday-Friday from 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM with rotating every other weekend. The hospital uses Cerner but is in the process of building Epic; knowledge of these systems is not required. The employer will work with candidates to place them in a department they are most comfortable in (Core Lab, Microbiology, or Blood Bank). Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.10 - $27.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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