Medical Laboratory Technician

Company: PRIDE Health
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: February 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Pride Health is hiring a Medical Lab Technician I – Microbiology (2nd Shift) to support our client’s medical facility in Birmingham, AL. This is a 3-month assignment and it's a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization! Job Summary: We are hiring a Medical Lab Technician I to support our client’s Core Lab with a Microbiology in Birmingham, AL. This position is ideal for candidates with microbiology experience who are looking to work in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment while contributing to patient care. Key Responsibilities: Read and interpret microbiology plates and Gram stains Perform specimen set-ups and routine laboratory testing Accurately document results in the Laboratory Information System (Cerner; Epic transition planned) Follow CLIA, CAP, and LabCorp quality and safety standards Work collaboratively with laboratory staff and leadership Complete required training and competency assessments Skills & Qualifications : Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology Microbiology experience Comfort working in a fast-paced environment ASCP or AMT certification Ability to pass color vision screening Additional Information: Location: Birmingham, AL Job Type: 03 Months (Contract to Hire) Pay Range : $22 - $26 hourly Shifts: 2nd Shift Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 1:30 AM *Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials. Interested? Apply now! About Pride Health Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

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