Medical Search Associates Hiring for Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Technician Job at Kenai, AK Full Time

** Please apply with a PDF version of your resume or something similar that you would prefer**

TITLE: Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician
LOCATION: Near Kenai, Alaska

We invite you to join our team of professionals located near scenic Kenai, Alaska. As the largest employer in the community, we offer an extraordinary work/life balance, as well as competitive pay and benefits. Our employees enjoy a rewarding career with astounding opportunities for growth and professional advancement, and the ability to explore the natural habitat and beauty of Alaska.

You will be captivated by the area, a small, charming seaside community surrounded by gorgeous and bountiful mountains, beaches, glaciers, sea life, wildlife, amazing fishing and hunting, and breathtaking views of Kachemak Bay. You will be impressed with the surrounding schools, museums, art galleries, fine dining options, and seaside accommodations.

Job Description:

This position, under the immediate supervision of the Laboratory Director is also supervised by the Medical Director when appropriate. The scope of responsibility is:

• Work closely with other laboratory employees, the Laboratory Director and Medical Director in order to maintain and enhance patient care services of South Peninsula Hospital;
• Perform in all areas involved in pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing in the laboratory. Performs testing of high and moderate complexity levels according to established procedures;
• Adhere to quality control policies and perform proficiency testing competently;
• Follow policies related to safety, infection control and chemical hygiene (requires a basic understanding of regulatory requirements as established by the various regulatory agencies such as CLIA, and OSHA;
• Relate and communicate competently and professionally with the supervisors and staff of other departments, physicians and patients as an official representative of the laboratory and hospital.

Requirements
*

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology or related field; or Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or related field
• National Registry as Medical Laboratory Technician(MLT) by ASCP or Clinical Laboratory Scientist( CLS) by NCA or equivalent
• Successful completion of registry exam for Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Additional Information:

Salary range $30.25 per hour to $45.00 per hour based on experience. Also, offering a Relocation assistance of $10,000.00 for those living outside Alaska and $7,500.00 for those living in Alaska currently. Loan repayment after 1 year potential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Differential pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• MT/MLT: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ASCP (Preferred)

Work Location: One location