Medical Technologist Job Description Job Title Medical Technologist Job Summary Join a dedicated healthcare team in Bethel, Alaska, as a Medical Technologist. This role is crucial for delivering accurate and timely laboratory results, supporting patient care in a dynamic clinical environment. The Medical Technologist will be responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests, ensuring quality control, and effectively communicating critical information to physicians, nurses, and patients. This position requires a professional capable of independent work and providing guidance to laboratory support staff. Key Responsibilities Perform a comprehensive array of clinical laboratory tests across various disciplines. Execute and document quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results. Communicate laboratory findings and critical values to healthcare providers and patients in a timely and professional manner. Operate and maintain clinical laboratory instrumentation. Provide guidance and direction to Medical Laboratory Assistants as needed. Adhere to all laboratory safety protocols and regulatory standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific field. One (1) to three (3) years of progressive experience in a clinical laboratory setting, with generalist experience in Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, and Microbiology, or completion of a formal student internship. Board eligible for certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency (NCA) upon hire. Compliance with all health screening and immunization requirements, including Hepatitis A, B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, T-Dap, Polio, or documented titers/historical records. Proof of completed COVID-19 vaccinations. Preferred Qualifications Not specified. Skills & Competencies Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting clinical laboratory instrumentation. Strong generalist laboratory skills, including Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, and Microbiology. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated leadership potential, capable of providing direction to Medical Laboratory Assistants. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare professionals and patients. Shift Details Shift Type: Flexible Shift Duration: 8 hours Days per Week: 5 days Contract Length: 26 weeks Start Date: May 19, 2026 End Date: November 17, 2026 Call Requirements: Not specified. Weekend Rotations: Not specified. Licensing Requirements Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) within one year of employment.