What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Technicians position at Kadiak, LLC?
Kadiak, LLC
Job ID 24200183
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Kadiak LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, has multiple openings for qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Technicians to support Kadiak and our government customer at Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, TX.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Successful candidates will play a crucial role in supporting our medical facilities by performing a wide range of laboratory tests and maintaining high standards of quality control.
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of an Associate Degree in a biological or chemical science or medical laboratory technology from an institution accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or educational program acceptable to the American Medical Technologist (AMT)
- Minimum of 12 months of experience within the past 36 months
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT), or state licensure as a medical laboratory technician
- Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation, and Criminal History Background Check (CHBC)
- Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Workers by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Core Duties:
- Perform a full range of clinical laboratory tests in various sections including hematology, chemistry, cytology, histotechnology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, and blood bank
- Determine specimen suitability for analysis and prepare specimens accordingly
- Prepare reagents and primary reference materials as necessary
- Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain laboratory instruments
- Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products
- Prepare specimens for transport or mail/ship out
- Handle and dispose of biological waste properly
- Report unusual or grossly abnormal test results to section supervisor, pathologist or laboratory supervisor
- Perform light general cleaning of work areas
- Assist in the preparation of laboratory reports
- Record test results to flat logs and request slips and file reports in the MHS Genesis.
- Accession and order laboratory testing in MHS Genesis for clinic patients.
- Perform basic front desk administrative tasks, greet patients warmly, log-in lab orders, provide sample collection instructions, perform phlebotomy, and process patient samples for laboratory testing.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Verify correct instrument operation and identify/resolve common problems
- Obtain and correlate analytical data
- Maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports
- Report unusual or abnormal test results to supervisors
- Screen/order officer training school accessions for required testing (JBSA-L specific)
Additional Requirements:
- Successful candidates must be Up to date on immunizations
- Annual Flu immunizations are required
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
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