Medical Lab Scientist II

Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist II

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Lab Scientist II to join our team. This role focuses on microbiology within a medical laboratory setting, where you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and accuracy of laboratory testing to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.

• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.

• Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem-solving.

• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.

• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.

• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.

• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.

• Assist with the processing of specimens when needed.

• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology, or meet local regulatory CLIA State requirements.

• Minimum of 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Proficient with computers.

• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to pass a standardized color vision screen.

• Prior Epic Hyperspace experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• State Medical Technologist license may be required.

• ASCP or AMT certification is preferred or required.

• Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.

• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Work Environment

The role is based in a medical laboratory setting, focusing on microbiology. You will be working with advanced laboratory technologies and equipment. The position requires wearing appropriate personal protective equipment to maintain a safe working environment. Flexibility with work hours, including potential overtime or shift changes, is needed to meet business demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $39.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

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