Alaska Clinical Lab Technologist - Full-Spectrum Testing

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maniilaq Association in Kotzebue, AK, is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform a full range of tests in the hospital laboratory. You will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot equipment, and ensure quality control and accurate reporting of results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or related Life Science, with MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification (or within 6 months of hire). Non-exempt, full-time position with on-site responsibilities and potential for disaster response

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related Life Science field from an accredited institution.
• MT (ASCP) registry or certification as Clinical Laboratory Scientist by NCA or MT (AMT), or within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of clinical laboratory tests and examinations in all sections of the laboratory (chemistry, microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, blood bank, specimen dispatch).
• Follows established laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all instruments. Implements and monitors daily quality control, and advises on a course of action when values are out of range. Documents all corrective action. Notifies lead technologist of problems and actions taken.
• Performs patient specimen testing. Ensures sample suitability. Evaluates, judges and interprets test results and ensures accuracy. Identifies and resolves inconsistencies in patient results.
• Assists, as instructed, in orientation of new employees, and other medical personnel. Participates in quality improvement process/projects, both in the lab and around the Health Center.
• Shares after hours on-call, weekend and holiday coverage on a rotational basis. Responds in case of an internal or external disaster.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related Life Science field

MT (ASCP) registry or certification as Clinical Laboratory Scientist by NCA or MT (AMT)

Job description

Maniilaq Association in Kotzebue, AK, is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform a full range of tests in the hospital laboratory. You will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot equipment, and ensure quality control and accurate reporting of results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or related Life Science, with MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification (or within 6 months of hire). Non-exempt, full-time position with on-site responsibilities and potential for disaster response