Ak Medical Technologist Mt Mlt Cls

JOB DESCRIPTION

Mobile Health Team Inc., a staffing agency has an opening for a Medical Technologist(MT/MLT/CLS). We are looking for someone with a passion for people.
 
Location: Nome, AK 99762
 
Assignment Start Date: 12/9/2024
 
26 weeks | Days | 8/10-hour shift | 40 hours guaranteed weekly
 The Estimated Weekly Total is based on working the listed hours per week and includes available stipend amounts. Please contact a recruiter for full details.  
Looking for night coverage, however, the tech must be flexible as he/she may cover other shifts. Tech must be able to work alone and be self-motivated. We are looking for a Laboratory Generalist who can rotate through all departments (including Blood Banking and Pre-Analytical Microbiology). Training will primarily be done on the day shift (0800-1700). Upon training completion, the employee will move to the anticipated shift and also participate in the on-call rotation (one of four shifts several weekends per month). The LIS is SOFT (SoftLab, SoftMic).
 
List of Instruments:
 
 
Cobas 6000 and 311
 
Iris
 
Sysmex 550 and 4000i
 
CA-660
 
Cepheid
 
BioFire
 
Illumigene
 
Affirm
 
Others
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Tech should be able to provide expert-level clinical laboratory technology testing services in all areas involved in pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing while following the policies and procedures of the laboratory and complying with all regulatory requirements.
 
Tech must also:
 
 
Uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate values
 
Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with, the organization's policies, procedures, code of conduct, and work rules
 
Perform and validate chemical, microscopic, morphologic, immunologic, and bacteriologic tests of body fluids and substances to provide data for diagnosis and treatment of disease
 
Verify test procedures for accuracy of each test and test system as it pertains to the specialty assigned
 
Report results, maintain records, and assist with distributing test reports
 
Follow protocols for the established QC program within parameters for acceptable levels of performance and verify lot numbers and expiration dates on reagents and controls
 
Assist in resolving technical problems, monitor test analysis and specimen examination through evaluation of proficiency testing, and ensure that remedial action is taken and communicated to all testing personnel when necessary
 
Participate in customer education, if necessary
 
Perform other duties as assigned
 
 
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION  
 
Experience:   
 
 
Must have at least 2 years of experience
 
Experience on the Cobas is ideal.
 
 
Education: 
 
 
Must have an Associate Degree for MLT or Bachelor's Degree for MLS/MT
 
 
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registration: 
 
 
  Nationally registered or licensed as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Technician is required, ASCP, AMT
 
ACLS is preferred
 
 
EMR System: Cerner experience preferred
 
Shift: Days
 
COVID-19: ALL TRAVELERS ARE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF COMPLETED COVID VACCINATIONS  AND RECOMMENDED BOOSTERS. FLU VACCINES ARE ALSO REQUIRED AND EXEMPTIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
 
Housing: Provided by the facility. No pets and no smoking. We apologize, but candidates who travel with children will not be considered. We will not cover the travel costs of a guest. If traveling with a spouse or guest, this information MUST be disclosed at the time of the submission. Internet is not typically provided with housing. For internet setup and access, please call GCI at 907-443-2550. GCI also has temporary cellular plans if your carrier is not supported in this area. Rental cars are not provided but are available. Taxi cabs are also not provided but are available. Must be able to walk to work if driving conditions are not favorable; most temporary housing is near a hospital (< 0.5 mile).
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
 
Must have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
 
Must have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork.
 
Must have customer service skills, interpersonal skills, and good communication skills.
 
Must have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance.
 
Must have the ability to actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly.
 
Must have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality as defined by HIPAA.
 
Must have Knowledge of laboratory operation, logistics, inventory management, and laboratory instrument operation
 
Must have above-average interpersonal and customer service skills
 
Must be able to follow detailed procedure guidelines
 
Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment
 
Sit less than half the workday
 
Stand and/or walk more than half the workday
 
Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach
 
View electronic monitors for prolonged periods
 
Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds
 
See and hear with normal acuity
 
 
  
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Mobile Health Team, Inc  is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally.
 
Our mission is clear, to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining long-term working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our client's needs.