Foundation Health Partners
Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)
Foundation Health Partners, Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, 99712
$20,000 Retention Bonus
Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your experience and skills as you enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle.
Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for Medical Lab Scientists to join the team!
This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem solving skills. This position serves as a department resource, and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
Pay & Benefits:
Compensation: $40.08 to $64.13 hourly wage based on experience and education
Retention Bonus: $20,000 Retention Bonus for eligible new hires
Relocation Assistance: up to $7,500 Relocation Assistance
Temporary Housing: 90 Days Temporary Housing Provided
Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs
Shifts Available:
- 2 Full-time Positions: 36 hours per week, 3x12-hour Night Shifts, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Shift Differentials Available: $2.00/hr. Weekend- $2.50/hr. Evening - $6.00/hr. Night
Responsibilities
Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable performance levels. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Lead, Supervisor, or Director Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Maintains current knowledge and skills applicable to job assignments through continuing education or professional organizations. Recognize and provide input for opportunities for improvements in financial performance. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution. MLS/ASCP certification or equivalent such as ASCP, AMT, HEW, or AAB. If there is no current U.S. certification, it must be obtained within one year. Individuals with specialty certification may only work in the discipline of their specialty. Students may be hired at the job title equivalent to their future certification under the following conditions: The student is enrolled in a clinically recognized program (MLS), the Student’s Clinical rotation in the core area must be completed before working in that core area, and the student must complete the program and pass the certification test within one year of hire. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of self-motivation. Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension. Use of mathematics, the performance of detailed work, working with frequent interruptions, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and memorization; ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Basic computer skills are required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and experience preferred. Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer;
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
About Foundation Health Partners Beginning January 1, 2017, Tanana Valley Clinic, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and Denali Center became part of Foundation Health Partners, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. Foundation Health Partners will operate all three facilities through a 15-member Board of Directors. At Foundation Health Partners, our patients and residents are at the heart of everything we do. Community owned and operated – we are dedicated to providing compassionate health care for every chapter in your life story.
About Tanana Valley Clinic Tanana Valley Clinic (TVC) has provided state-of-the-art medical services to the Fairbanks Community and Interior Alaska for over 50 years. TVC is a 60-provider multi-specialty group. We have an excellent group of physicians and clinical staff, many of whom have been at TVC for 20+ years, as a testament to our friendly work environment. Our passionate staff seek to make TVC the Medical Home for the people of the Interior of Alaska.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.
About Fairbanks Denali Center Located next to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Denali Center is a 90-bed comprehensive short and long-term care facility offering uniquely compassionate care to our adult patient population. Following the Eden Alternative, we foster a core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth, rather than a period of decline. Within our inviting setting, we provide residents with access to daily activities, visits from friends and family, a place to worship and on-site shopping options. We also provide our dedicated health care professionals with deeply rewarding career opportunities and fulfilling lifestyle options.
Responsibilities
Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable performance levels. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Lead, Supervisor, or Director Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Maintains current knowledge and skills applicable to job assignments through continuing education or professional organizations. Recognize and provide input for opportunities for improvements in financial performance. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution. MLS/ASCP certification or equivalent such as ASCP, AMT, HEW, or AAB. If there is no current U.S. certification, it must be obtained within one year. Individuals with specialty certification may only work in the discipline of their specialty. Students may be hired at the job title equivalent to their future certification under the following conditions: The student is enrolled in a clinically recognized program (MLS), the Student’s Clinical rotation in the core area must be completed before working in that core area, and the student must complete the program and pass the certification test within one year of hire. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of self-motivation. Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension. Use of mathematics, the performance of detailed work, working with frequent interruptions, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and memorization; ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Basic computer skills are required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and experience preferred. Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer;
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
About Foundation Health Partners Beginning January 1, 2017, Tanana Valley Clinic, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and Denali Center became part of Foundation Health Partners, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. Foundation Health Partners will operate all three facilities through a 15-member Board of Directors. At Foundation Health Partners, our patients and residents are at the heart of everything we do. Community owned and operated – we are dedicated to providing compassionate health care for every chapter in your life story.
About Tanana Valley Clinic Tanana Valley Clinic (TVC) has provided state-of-the-art medical services to the Fairbanks Community and Interior Alaska for over 50 years. TVC is a 60-provider multi-specialty group. We have an excellent group of physicians and clinical staff, many of whom have been at TVC for 20+ years, as a testament to our friendly work environment. Our passionate staff seek to make TVC the Medical Home for the people of the Interior of Alaska.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.
About Fairbanks Denali Center Located next to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Denali Center is a 90-bed comprehensive short and long-term care facility offering uniquely compassionate care to our adult patient population. Following the Eden Alternative, we foster a core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth, rather than a period of decline. Within our inviting setting, we provide residents with access to daily activities, visits from friends and family, a place to worship and on-site shopping options. We also provide our dedicated health care professionals with deeply rewarding career opportunities and fulfilling lifestyle options.