Baptist Health Walker Hospital:   

Recognized by The Joint Commission, Baptist Health Walker Hospital is a 267-bed facility located in Jasper and committed to serving the diverse needs of our growing community.  Among the comprehensive and compassionate services offered at Baptist Health Walker Hospital are bariatrics, behavioral health, cardiac care, emergency room care, gynecology, neurology, obstetrics, orthopedics, physical therapy, advanced stroke treatment, surgical care and urology. 

Looking to make a real impact in healthcare behind the scenes? Join our team as a Medical Laboratory Technician and become a vital part of the patient care journey. Our lab techs are essential in diagnosing illness, monitoring treatment, and ensuring providers have the accurate data they need. If you're detail oriented, passionate about science, and are ready to make a difference, there's a place for you in our dynamic and rewarding lab team! 

At Baptist Health Walkder Hospital the Medical Lab Technician performs moderately complex general laboratory testing in the area(s) of licensure under the direction of a Medical Technologist. 

Schedule: 7 on 7 off

Wed- Tues

4:00 AM- 2:30 PM

Baptist Health Walker Hospital offers great, new competitive pay and a great benefits package, which includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Svings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks accured)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance 
• Car Insurance 
• Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance 
• All benefits start day one

Essential Functions
• Performs and reports routine laboratory testing following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of
laboratory results within established timeframes.
• Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
• Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
• Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.
• Regularly reports all unusual findings to the immediate supervisor.
• Regularly reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technologist.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state
and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Assumes one or more of the following responsibilities under the supervision of the Medical Technologist or Team Leader:
supply/reagent ordering or preparation, primary operator of minor instrumentation, projects, or teaching/training.
• Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.
• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel.
• Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program including performance and evaluation of key
quality indicators.
• Follows the established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed under supervision of Medical Technologist or Team Leader.

Education/Training
Graduate from an approved school of medical laboratory technician. Associate degree in related field.

Licensure/Certification

Current Alabama license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician by Alabama Department of Health. Certified in area(s) of laboratory where
assigned.

Experience
None