Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II

Duration: 3+ Months
Location: 50 Medical Park Dr E, Birmingham, AL 35235
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with rotating weekends
Shift: 4×10, 1st Shift
Required Experience: Epic Hyperspace Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Culture Plate Reading
• Microbiology Set-Ups
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem-solving.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as needed.
• Assist with specimen processing when required.
• Maintain a safe work environment and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field, or meet applicable local regulatory (CLIA and state) requirements.
• Minimum 2–4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required, depending on applicable state requirements.
• ASCP or AMT certification may be preferred or required based on the position requirements.
• Prior Epic Hyperspace experience is required.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Proficient computer skills; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screening.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts based on business needs.

 

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $34.00/hr – $39.00/hr.