Medical Technologist B.S

About the role

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people across rural, southwest Alaska. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The position is based in Bethel.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests under the direction of the laboratory manager
• Carries out quality control procedures
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients regarding laboratory results
• Provides direction to Medical Laboratory Assistants

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field required
• Board eligibility by NCA or ASCP required, certification within one year of employment
• One to three years of related or progressively more responsible experience in chemistry, blood bank, hematology, and microbiology or formal student internship
• Clinical laboratory instrumentation and laboratory generalist skills required
• Capable of working independently and providing direction to Medical Laboratory Assistants

Qualifications

• MT certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or CLS certification by National Accrediting Agency (NCA) required within one year of employment

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Benefits

• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retail plans
• Employee Wellness Center

Pay

• Minimum hourly pay: $44.38

Schedule

• Full-time
• 40 hours per week

Additional Information

ID: 15731
Location: Bethel
Department: Laboratory
Employment Duration: 80 Full time
Temporary Status: Not Applicable
Hours per Week: 40
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants. For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter. To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)