Local Contract Medical Lab Technician
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$20 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Biloxi, Mississippi |
About this job
Job Description
AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a local contract Medical Lab Technician for a local contract job in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Job Description & Requirements\n- \n
- Specialty: Medical Lab Technician \n
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional \n
- Duration: 52 weeks \n
- 40 hours per week \n
- Shift: 8 hours, days \n
- Employment Type: Local Contract \n
Job Overview:
\n AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to provide clinical laboratory testing services at Keesler Medical Center (KMC), Keesler AFB, Mississippi. The Medical Laboratory Technician supports patient diagnosis and treatment by performing a wide variety of laboratory tests on blood, tissue, and other body fluids.
\n The MLT works across multiple laboratory departments including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank to ensure accurate testing results. This role requires maintaining laboratory equipment, performing quality control procedures, and ensuring specimens are properly handled and analyzed. The technician collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver timely and reliable laboratory data critical to patient care.
\n General Duties:
\n Clinical Privileges: Provide services within the scope of practice as defined by the MTF.
\n Contractual Obligations: Adhere to all tasks outlined in the contract and Task Order.
\n Specific Duties:
\n Perform a full range of clinical lab tests in departments like hematology, chemistry, cytology, microbiology, and blood bank.
\n Assess sample suitability and ensure physiological integrity is preserved.
\n Prepare lab reagents and reference materials.
\n Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments.
\n Identify and troubleshoot equipment or testing issues.
\n Conduct quality control and assurance procedures and document findings.
\n Prepare specimens for transport or mail-out.
\n Safely dispose of biological waste per protocols.
\n Qualifications:
\n Degree: Certificate
\n Education: Graduate of an MLT training program accredited by:
\n National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS),
\n Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or
\n Program recognized by the American Medical Technologist (AMT)
\n Certification: Certified by ASCP or AMT (as specified in the Task Order)
\n Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience within the past 2 years as a Medical Laboratory Technician
\n Licensure: As applicable per Task Order
\n Skills and Abilities:
\n Strong understanding of clinical laboratory procedures and safety standards
\n Experience with various lab instruments and troubleshooting techniques
\n Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and quality control habits
\n Ability to manage samples and prioritize testing workflow efficiently
\n Effective communication with clinical teams regarding results and follow-ups
\n Schedule:
\n 9-hour workdays (1-hour unpaid lunch), Monday–Friday (Between 0700-1800).
\n Blood drives: May require early starts (as early as 3:00 AM) or late days (until 11:59 PM).
\n Some TDY travel required (non-local blood drives).
\n No on-call or holiday work unless assigned in support of blood drive scheduling.
\n Physical Requirements:
\n Able to lift equipment up to 40 lbs.
\n Must meet immunization and tuberculosis screening requirements.
\n Must complete a physical exam and respirator mask fitting, as required.
\n Work Environment:
\n Clinical lab setting and mobile/outreach blood drives.
\n Personal services environment with day-to-day supervision by military lab leadership.
\n Immunization Requirement:
\n TB Screening
\n Physical examination
\n Vaccinations per MTF guidelines
\n Security Requirement:
\n U.S. Citizenship required
\n Background check as per DHA standards
AIMS Locum Tenens Job ID #1219.
About AIMS Locum Tenens\nAIMS is a healthcare staffing and management company supporting federal, military, and commercial healthcare organizations across the United States. We specialize in recruiting, credentialing, onboarding, and managing qualified clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals for mission-critical environments, including Military Treatment Facilities, federal agencies, hospitals, and clinics.
\nAt AIMS, we are committed to professionalism, responsiveness, and continuity of care. Our team focuses on matching talented healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can make a direct impact on patient care and operational success. Candidates who join AIMS become part of a growing, service-oriented organization that values reliability, communication, compliance, and long-term professional relationships.
\nWe offer opportunities across multiple healthcare disciplines and locations, with a strong emphasis on supporting our employees and contractors throughout the full employment lifecycle—from hiring and credentialing to scheduling, performance support, and ongoing communication. If you are looking for a team that understands healthcare, values your expertise, and supports important federal and clinical missions, AIMS is a strong place to grow your career.
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- 401k retirement plan \n
- Cancelation protection \n
- Benefits start day 1 \n
- Guaranteed Hours \n
- Holiday Pay \n
- License and certification reimbursement \n
- Life insurance \n
- Medical benefits \n
- Referral bonus \n
- Retention bonus \n
- Sick pay \n
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