Medical Technologist(MT)/Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT)

Join a dedicated team at the Central Alabama VA Health Care System (CAVHCS) as a Medical Technologist(MT)/Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT). This role is ideal for professionals with broad clinical lab experience who are passionate about serving Veterans and delivering high -quality diagnostic services. This is a 1 year Contract with a 4 year option to extend.
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Key Responsibilities:<\/b>
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• Perform testing across all major lab disciplines: Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Immunology, Urinalysis, and more.
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• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
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• Accurately document and report test results using LIS systems.
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• Ensure compliance with VA, CLIA, and Joint Commission standards.
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• Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to support patient care.
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  Requirements<\/h3>

  
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  • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Science, or related field.
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  • Board certification as MT, MLT, MLS, or CLS by ASCP or AMT.
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  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a generalist in a clinical lab setting.
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  • Experience in Microbiology preferred.
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  • Must pass credentialing and background checks per VA standards.
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    Benefits<\/h3>

    Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage<\/b>
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    • Medical Coverage:<\/b> <\/span>Multiple nationwide and regional options, including <\/span>HMO, PPO, and HDHP plans<\/b>, with access to <\/span>24/7 telemedicine and wellness programs<\/b>.
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    • Dental & Vision Insurance:<\/b> <\/span>Preventive, basic, and major dental services, plus vision exams, frames, and contact lenses.
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    • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA):<\/b> <\/span>Pre -tax savings for healthcare expenses.
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    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP):<\/b> <\/span>Confidential support for mental health, legal consultations, and work -life balance.
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      Financial Wellbeing<\/b>
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      • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching.<\/b>
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      • Financial Coaching:<\/b> <\/span>Budgeting tools and financial planning support.
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      • Commuter Benefits & Adoption Assistance:<\/b> <\/span>Savings on mass transit and reimbursement for eligible adoption expenses.
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        Work -Life Balance & Professional Growth<\/b>
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        • Training & Development:<\/b> <\/span>Access to on -demand courses and professional growth programs.
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        • Sick Time and PTO
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        • Holiday Pay
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          Additional Perks<\/b>
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          • MarketPlace™ Perks at Work:<\/b> <\/span>Discounts on fitness, nutrition, travel, and childcare.
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          • Community Online Academy:<\/b> <\/span>Free wellness and professional development courses.
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