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Job Summary The Medical Lab Technologist is responsible for performing routine and complex laboratory procedures in areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and blood banking. This role ...

Job Summary The Medical Lab Technologist is responsible for performing routine and complex laboratory procedures in areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and blood banking. This role ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for prn lab tech in Alabama is $20.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.54 and $22.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Prn Lab Tech, you will likely work on an as-needed or per-diem basis, meaning your shifts may vary based on departmental staffing needs and patient testing volumes. You can expect to work in clinical or hospital laboratories, collaborating closely with medical technologists, nurses, and physicians. Flexibility is key, as you may be called to cover weekends, holidays, or night shifts, depending on the facility’s requirements. This role allows you to gain diverse experience while providing essential support to laboratory operations, making it ideal for those seeking a dynamic and flexible work environment.

What is a prn lab tech?

A PRN Lab Tech is a laboratory technician who works on an as-needed basis, filling in for staff shortages or peak workload times. They perform lab tests, analyze samples, and ensure accurate results to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. PRN positions offer flexibility but may not guarantee consistent hours or benefits. This role is common in hospitals, clinics, and research labs requiring additional support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a prn lab tech?

To thrive as a Prn Lab Tech, you typically need a background in laboratory science, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately perform tests and analyze samples, often supported by an associate’s degree or relevant certification such as ASCP. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and safety protocols is important in this role. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to communicate clearly with both colleagues and supervisors are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency in delivering timely laboratory results, even when working on an as-needed (PRN) basis.

What cities in Alabama are hiring for Prn Lab Tech jobs? Cities in Alabama with the most Prn Lab Tech job openings:
Infographic showing various Prn Lab Tech job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,477 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Polysomnographic Technologist

Riverview Regional Medical Center

Gadsden, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist, sometimes referred to as our Sleep Lab Tech, Sleep Technologist or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) in our Sleep Laboratory department. The Polysomnographic Technologist (or Sleep Technologist) is a specialized healthcare professional who conducts and analyzes sleep studies to diagnose and monitor patients with sleep disorders. Polysomnographic Techs identify conditions such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, periodic limb movement disorder, insomnia, and REM behavior disorder. This position is on a per diem basis, PD/PRN, meaning as needed. 

Shift's Available:  Nights

Employment Type: Full time

Hours: 12-hour shift

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
  • Employer 401K options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 
Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

  • Prepare the sleep lab or hospital room, review patient history and orders, and educate patients on the sleep study process 
  • Apply sensors to monitor brain, heart, muscle, eye, and respiratory activity while ensuring patient safety and data quality 
  • Observe and respond to sleep-related events such as apneas, oxygen desaturations, or abnormal cardiac activity during the study 
  • Record and score sleep stages and respiratory events, using software tools to prepare data for physician interpretation 
  • Initiate and adjust CPAP, BiPAP, or ASV therapy as needed and troubleshoot equipment or patient concerns during the study 
  • Collaborate with the care team and educate patients on sleep disorders, home testing, and positive airway pressure therapy compliance 
Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current
  • Completion of American Academy of Sleep Medicine A-STEP program with eligibility to set for board certification or registry; graduate of an accredited polysomnography program or enrolled in the last semester of an accredited polysomnograpy program to qualify as a student technician
  • If a recent graduate of an accredited Polysomnography program, must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of hire date; or for completion of the AASM A-STEP program must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of program completion
  • For student Polysomnography Technicians, must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of graduation date from accredited program.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

  • Eligible for registry through the BRPT
  • Minimum of 1 year technical experience working in a sleep lab/center
  • Experience scoring sleep studies

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

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 Employment Type: FULL_TIME