Medical Technologist - Microbiology jobs in Fairbanks, AK

Brief Summary:

Perform routine tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative clinical chemical analysis of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid
• Analyze blood samples for transfusion and hematological purposes; such as cellular morphology, white cell differentials, blood typing, antibody screens, compatibility testing, etc.
• Perform instrument and lab maintenance tasks on equipment utilized in the laboratory
• Ability to accurately log and review patient testing results in patients’ medical records
• Proficiency in Patient specimen collection following established policies and protocols
• Positive patient interaction and identification
• Proficient oral, written, and clerical skills
• Ability to accurately enter data into computer system
• Willingness to learn and capability to perform tasks required
• Proactive use of time
• Performance of clerical duties
• Assisting with inventory requirements
• Preparation and processing of specimens
• Provide orientation and instruction to employees on general laboratory functions and techniques.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager in quality-assurance activities to meet the needs of the institution.
• Maintenance of confidentiality in accordance to hospital policy

Education:

• Associates degree or postsecondary education certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Two years of related work experience in hospital or laboratory setting (preferred)

Certification/Licensure:

• ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized Medical Laboratory Scientist certification (MLS/MT)

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