Medical Laboratory Scientist

Position

Medical Laboratory Scientist at Tanana Chiefs Conference (Health Services)

Fairbanks, AK, US

• Adhere to the TCC Cheghwtsen model of service and guiding principle, which requires providing timely and effective service and interacting with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion, and empathy.
• Perform a full range of clinical laboratory tests and examinations in all sections of the laboratory (chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, specimen dispatch).
• Follow established laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all instruments; implement and monitor daily quality control, advise on actions when values are out of range, and document all corrective action.
• Collect blood specimens from patients; evaluate specimens for suitability and notify physicians of rejected specimens.
• Maintain all record‑keeping systems in compliance with established procedures; enter and verify results using the laboratory information system.
• Assist, as instructed, in orientation of new employees and other medical personnel; participate in quality improvement projects in the lab, Health Center, and rural villages.
• Share after‑hours on‑call and weekend coverage on a rotational basis; respond in case of internal or external disasters.
• Assist the lead technologist in administrative duties when requested; act as lab supervisor in the lead technologist’s absence.
• Demonstrate knowledge of developmental stages of patients throughout the continuum of life as they relate to specimen collection and result interpretation.
• Assess knowledge and skills of department staff in growth and developmental stages, specimen collection, and result interpretation.
• Build effective, supportive relationships with co‑workers and internal/external customers; use positive interpersonal skills to promote team success and laboratory/health center goals.
• Support moderate complexity and point‑of‑care testing in sub‑regional clinics and villages as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and confidentiality.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required.

• This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents.
• Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution.
• MLS (ASPC) certification or equivalent; non‑certified new graduates eligible with requirement to obtain MLS certification within one year of graduation and pass core competency examinations annually.
• Must pass a background check pursuant to the federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and State of Alaska background check.

• Knowledge and understanding of universal precautions and infection control practices; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations regarding health care.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of professional medical technology/clinical laboratory science principles, practices, concepts, and theories.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory quality control and assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation.
• Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.

• May need to spend long periods of time sitting or standing, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally, and travel from site to site (including small aircraft).
• May be exposed to communicable diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, hazardous materials, and requires good color discernment.

Entry level

Full‑time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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