Medical Laboratory Technologist

Aptive Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with healthcare staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges, or emergencies.

About the role

The ideal candidate will be a certified generalist capable of performing testing across all areas of the laboratory, ensuring accurate and timely results that support high-quality patient care.

Location: Tuskegee, AL VAMC

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing across multiple disciplines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Analyze and interpret results, ensuring compliance with established quality standards.
• Follow laboratory safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to support diagnostic and treatment decisions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in compliance with facility and federal standards.

Requirements

• Certification: Must hold active certification as an MT, MLS, or CLS through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT), or an equivalent certification.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related science field.
• Training: Successful completion of a medical technology clinical practice program.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience as a Generalist. Generalist is defined as the ability to perform diagnostic testing in all major laboratory areas, including Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology, and Urinalysis.
• Licenses & Permits: Must maintain all valid licenses, permits, and certifications as required by law and contract.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory science principles, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA and laboratory compliance standards.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.