Medical Lab Scientist – Alaska Regional Hospital

Employer: Alaska Regional Hospital
Location: Anchorage, Alaska, United States
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Evening Shift — No Weekends
Department: Laboratory
Job ID: 4654459

About the Position

Alaska Regional Hospital is seeking a qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join its Laboratory team in Anchorage, Alaska. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing accurate and reliable laboratory testing that supports patient diagnosis and treatment.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a highly collaborative healthcare team while gaining experience with advanced laboratory technologies and a wide range of clinical testing procedures.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Scientist will be responsible for:

• Receiving and processing blood specimens and performing hematology testing.
• Evaluating blood-cell morphology using microscopic techniques.
• Performing routine and specialized clinical laboratory tests across multiple laboratory sections.
• Using automated analyzers, manual testing procedures, and microscopic examination to generate accurate laboratory results.
• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, including chemistry analyzers, ion-specific electrodes, osmometers, and other automated systems.
• Performing antibody screening, antibody identification, and blood crossmatching procedures.
• Identifying clinically significant antibodies in patient and donor specimens to help ensure safe blood transfusion.
• Communicating critical laboratory results promptly to physicians and nursing staff.
• Supporting the implementation of new laboratory testing methods, products, and instrumentation.
• Maintaining high standards of laboratory quality, accuracy, safety, and patient care.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific field, including appropriate practical training.
• An Associate’s degree may be considered with the required laboratory experience.
• Nationally recognized professional certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through ASCP or an equivalent certifying organization.
• 3–5 years of laboratory experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Employee Benefits

Alaska Regional Hospital offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support employees' health, financial security, professional development, and overall well-being.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Employee counseling and wellness support.
• Paid time off and paid family leave.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
• Professional certification support.
• Dependent scholarships and educational opportunities.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Family-building and adoption assistance.
• Legal and financial counseling.
• Identity theft protection and employee discounts.

Benefits and eligibility may vary depending on location and employment status.

About Alaska Regional Hospital

Alaska Regional Hospital is an HCA Healthcare facility located in Anchorage, Alaska, providing patient-centered healthcare services to the local community.

The hospital is a 250+ bed facility recognized for its expertise and commitment to quality patient care. Its location in Anchorage also provides employees with opportunities to experience Alaska's unique natural environment and lifestyle.

As part of HCA Healthcare, employees have access to a large healthcare network with more than 300 affiliated facilities across the United States, providing opportunities for professional growth, travel, and relocation.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position is particularly suitable for Medical Laboratory Scientists who are looking to:

• Advance their clinical laboratory career in the United States.
• Work in a hospital-based laboratory environment.
• Gain experience with automated and specialized laboratory testing.
• Develop expertise in transfusion medicine and blood bank procedures.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Build a long-term career within a large healthcare network.