Salary: $50 / per hour

　　ACSP required

　　Facility is located in Ketchikan, AK

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform diagnostic analytictests on human body fluids such as blood, sputum, stool, cerebrospinalfluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, and synovial fluid, as well as other specimens. Works within clinical laboratories, doctor's offices,reference labs, and within the biotechnology industry.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Performs specimen collection and processing dutiesas needed or assigned

　　Performs routine and special laboratory tests; analyzes human fluidsamples on advancedanalytical equipment or by using lower-tech analytic techniques available to the clinicallaboratory, such as manual white blood cell differentials, bone marrowcounts, and analysis via microscopy

　　Monitors, screens, and troubleshoots any analytical deviceresponsible for derivingcritical patient information. These tasks includecalibrations, quality control,run-by-run assessment, instrument maintenance, statistical controlof observed data,and recording of normal operations.

　　May troubleshoot, adjust,and/or repair complicated instruments.

　　Must be able to recognize abnormalities in the equipment and know how to correctthem.

　　Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action.

　　Must be able to recognize any and all factors that could introduce error into the analysis. Such as if a bodyfluid has potentially been contaminated or collected improperly; rejectssubstandard specimens to maintain the integrity of the laboratory process.

　　Performs quality controltests according to procedure and records data;analyses data and takescorrective action when results are outside of acceptable limits

　　Performs common testssuch as completeblood count, complete metabolicpanel, electrolyte panel, liver function test, urinalysis, prothrombin time, andactivated partial thromboplastin time.

　　Prepares test reportslegibly and according to the standards established by the facility; reviewsreports for accuracyand clinical indications.

　　Maintains a neat and cleanwork area; restocksdaily supplies as needed; followsall laboratory and facilitysafety practices.

　　Adheres to all Maxim and worksite rules,policies and procedures

　　Other dutiesas assigned

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Bachelor's degree in science, biologyor other relatedfield is stronglypreferred and/or requiredper state regulations.

　　Successful completion of a MedicalTechnologist program that is accredited by the Committee on Allied HealthEducation (CAHEA); or equivalent training, education and experience

　　At least 1 year of experience in a facilityor a related field preferred.

　　Successful completion of Maxim StaffingSolutions testing process.

　　Current BLS card if requiredvia contract or state requirement.

　　Current physical exam,if required by state regulations or contract.

　　Current TBtest or chest x-ray.

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.