Medical Lab Technologist (Mlt)

Overview

Exciting opportunity is available for a Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) to join the Laboratory team in Alaska's "Golden Heart City, Fairbanks, Alaska is located in the interior of the state where you can find adventure, culture, solitude or scenery. The Clinical Lab testing area includes microbiology, chemistry, hematology, and blood bank.  Testing performed in this area affects diagnosis and treatment of patients and any disease states for both the in patient and out patient settings including Tanana Valley Clinic, Cardiology Clinic, Cancer Center and various health care offices in the area and beyond. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Science.

 

This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

 

*Hiring Bonus, Relocation and Transitional Housing Assistance are available for experienced Medical Laboratory Techs!

 

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

 

Position Available

Full-Time/40 hours per week/varied 10 hour shifts

Responsibilities

Organizes and performs or supports patient testing and facilitates overall efficient function of the entire lab. Ensures quality results through the collection and analysis of appropriate samples, use and evaluation of control materials, testing consistent with state licensure requirements, and proper instrument maintenance.

Recognizes abnormal results or unusual circumstances and takes appropriate actions. Utilizes available resources to maintain and fix instruments or problem solve issues in collaboration with the Medical Technologist.

Maintains current knowledge and skills applicable to job assignment through continuing education or professional organizations.

Demonstrates knowledge of all automated systems used in the department and can perform basic troubleshooting of system problems. Demonstrates competence and complies with pertinent accrediting agency and regulatory requirements.

Orders and maintains inventory of testing supplies in designated area. Recognizes and provides input for opportunities for improvements in financial performance.

May be required to perform basic phlebotomy. May hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and direct the workflow for the department staff. 

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Successfully completed an official military Medical Laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) OR a student in a recognized MLT program who has completed a clinical rotation in the area of hire and will receive MLT (ASCP or equivalent) certification within one year from completion of the program. MLT/ASCP certification or equivalent. (Equivalent is defined as ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB.)

 

Demonstrates highly developed interpersonal skills and is proficient in basic computer skills. Demonstrates excellent problem solving skills, and high level of self-motivation. Use of mathematics, perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization, Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science and applicable laboratory experience.

 

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME