Medical Technologist/Technician OR ASCP Certified Technologist OR Lab Generalist at KA Recruiting Inc. summary:
We are seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to perform various laboratory tests and provide accurate diagnostic results. The candidate will be responsible for specimen collection, operating laboratory equipment, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient care. Additional duties include following safety protocols, participating in quality assurance, and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.
Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) / Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Bethel, AK
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our full-time team in Bethel, AK. The ideal candidate will have the expertise to perform a wide range of laboratory procedures across all areas. As a generalist, you will play a critical role in supporting diagnostic and patient care teams by providing accurate and timely laboratory results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory tests across various departments, including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology, and blood banking.
- Accurately analyze samples and interpret results in accordance with established procedures.
- Ensure proper specimen collection, handling, and preparation.
- Follow laboratory protocols to maintain safety and quality control standards.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, performing regular checks and calibration as needed.
- Document and report results accurately using laboratory information systems.
- Participate in proficiency testing, quality assurance, and laboratory audits.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to deliver high-quality patient care.
Required Qualifications:
- Education/Certifications:
- ASCP Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- Associate s Degree (AS) or higher in a relevant laboratory science field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience
- Skills/Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and equipment
- Attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in multiple laboratory disciplines (generalist)
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS)
Keywords:
medical technologist, laboratory technician, healthcare, clinical laboratory, diagnostic testing, specimen analysis, ASCP certified, laboratory safety, patient care, hematology