Job Description:

We are seeking a Medical Technologist (MT/CLS) to join the clinical laboratory team at the Central Alabama VA Medical Center. This is a contract position requiring a skilled generalist capable of performing a broad range of clinical lab tests and ensuring high-quality, compliant service delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Perform generalist lab testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Immunology, and Urinalysis (Microbiology preferred)

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments

• Report lab results accurately and promptly, including notifying providers of critical values

• Participate in calibration, quality control, and proficiency testing

• Ensure documentation compliance with VA and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with lab staff for continuous coverage

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience as a generalist Medical Technologist

• Bachelor's degree in relevant science field + completion of clinical practice program

• Board Certification: MT, MLS, or CLS (ASCP or AMT)

• Strong quality control and regulatory compliance knowledge (Joint Commission, CAP, AABB)

• Ability to prioritize and handle workload across multiple shifts

Required Documents for Submission:

• Resume

• State License

• ASCP or AMT Certification

• BLS Certification

• ACLS Certification

• OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusion list clearance

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $40.00 – $55.00 per hour (depending on experience)

• Start Date: 09/27/2025

• End Date: 09/26/2030

• Duration: 5 years (1825 days)

• Hours: 8 hours/day, 5 days/week