Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist - Blood Bank

Grandview Medical Center, a 434-bed regional referral center and tertiary-care facility, is located in Birmingham, Ala., and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Grandview Medical Center offers programs and services in all medical and surgical areas, including Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Women's Health, Mental Health, Digestive Diseases, Orthopedics, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Sports Medicine and Emergency Care. There are more than 600 physicians on the Grandview medical staff representing 30 specialties and subspecialties. The hospital has been named an accredited program for Metabolic and Bariatric surgery by ASMBS & ACS as well as an accredited chest pain center. Grandview Medical Center provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of any individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information or any other protected class status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

At Grandview Medical Center, we believe in the power of great people and a team approach to make a difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. Compassion, a commitment to excellence, a safe environment, and opportunities for personal growth define our culture. Whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you can make an impact by being a part of our team.  

Day Shift

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher education in Medical Technology or Sciences, required. 
• ASCP or AMT certification, preferred.  Must be board-eligible.
• Hospital experience preferred.

About the job:

• Performs manual and automated routine blood tests.
• Prepares specimens for microscope examination.
• Operates laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry bath incubators, and blood bank refrigerators.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of tasks.
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Typically reports to supervisor or manager.
• Requires graduation from an accredited MT program and passing a national exam given by the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.