Medical Laboratory Scientist- Alaska

Medical Laboratory Scientist

A healthcare organization in Southeast Alaska is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) for a permanent, full-time position.

• Permanent, full-time hospital laboratory opportunity
• Perform all levels of laboratory testing, including CLIA-defined high-complexity testing
• Work across areas including microbiology, transfusion medicine, molecular biology, and infectious disease testing
• Evaluate and interpret test results, troubleshoot inconsistencies, and ensure accuracy before results are released
• Maintain laboratory equipment, quality control, policies, procedures, and regulatory readiness
• Assist with training laboratory staff and evaluating competency
• Shift work plus night and weekend call required to provide 24-hour laboratory coverage
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, paid parental leave, life insurance, and disability coverage

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field; qualifying experience, education, or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis for college education
• Medical Technologist (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AMT), or equivalent national certification
• At least 1 year of progressive clinical experience or 1 year of hospital internship following the degree
• Knowledge of high-complexity laboratory testing, quality control, LIS, and laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot laboratory results, and train staff
• Clinical competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years