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The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

Collect lab specimens and perform basic laboratory test and reporting of results.

Position Responsibilities

• Reads at least each year and follows established Lab Policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing; test analysis; reporting and maintaining record of patient test results for:

  • Send outs
  • Hematology
  • Coagulation
  • Urinalysis
  • Chemistry
  • Special Chemistry
  • Blood Banking
  • Microbiology

• As evidenced by work sheets, direct observation, cumulative reports, unknowns, feedback from others.

• Adheres to Lab’s established Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Control policies and programs as evidenced by worksheets and direct observation.

• Is capable of performing work in an organized, timely manner while maintaining a high quality of work as evidenced by direct observation and time checks.

• Is able to assess age specific Lab Data: Pediatric, Adult, Elderly as evident by work sheet comments, direct observation, written competency material.

• Is able to interpret age specific Lab Data: Pediatric, Adult, Elderly as evident by work sheet comments, phone log, direct observation, written competency material.

• Uses good judgment and creativity in finding solutions to problems and meeting the needs of others as evidenced by observation, feedback from others.

• Demonstrates adaptability; able to shift readily to other tasks or assignments; transferring and applying skills and knowledge to changes in the job as evidenced by technical performance, observation, feedback from others.

• Helps develop, maintains and follows recording system that demonstrates that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples as evidenced by work sheets and direct observation.

• Documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Troubleshoots whenever test systems are not within acceptable limits; notifies Lab Manager of system failure and action taken as evidenced by q.c. records, Cal sheets, maint. sheets, observation and feedback from others.

• Requests supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times as evidenced by observation, items needed sheet.

• Participates in development of Lab’s continuous quality improvement procedures (PDSA’s); writes or heads one project each year as evidenced by written procedures, projects, attendance sheets.

• Follows Lab Policies and Procedures whenever test systems are not within the Lab’s established level of performance as evidenced by lab records, observation, feedback.

• Must be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and must work to correct the problem and notify the technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or lab manager as evidenced by work sheets, analyzer records, observation.

• Must participate in peer review of work and perform delta checks as indicated as evidenced by work sheets, observation, feedback.

• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from Lab’s established performance specifications as evidenced by corrective action sheets and observation.

• Demonstrates an awareness of personal abilities and limitations and is accountable for own actions. Asks for help and / or guidance as necessary for performance of duties as evidenced by observation, paperwork.

• Understanding of and use of computer applications as evidenced by work produced, technical proficiency.

• Understanding of and use of centrifuges throughout lab as evidenced by direct observation, feedback from others.

• Demonstrates ability to accurately, timely entry of lab data from reference labs into computer system and flow the paperwork as evidenced by computer reports, paperwork, observation, feedback.

• Understanding of the use of Hematology, Urinalysis, and Coagulation instrumentation as evidenced by work produced and technical proficiency.

• Understanding of and use of Chemistry, Special Chemistry, and Blood gas analyzers as evidence by work produced, technical proficiency.

• Understanding of and use of Blood Bank equipment as evidenced by work produced, technical worksheets, technical proficiency.

• Understanding of and / or use of Microbiology equipment as evidenced by work produced, technical proficiency.

• Understanding of and use of microscopes as evidenced by work produced and technical proficiency.

• Demonstrates Lab specific knowledge of OSHA regulations, OSHA Chemical Standards for Lab, Lab Safety and Infection Control, lab OSHA blood-borne pathogens standard.

• Travels as needed to perform testing in other YK sites, for education and training.

• Conserves Resources.

Advanced MT:

• Able to function as Charge person (overall supervision of workflow / troubleshooting when two or more additional staff members besides Lab Manager, QA Specialist, self-working).
• Able to perform some administrative duties for Lab Manager or Quality Assurance Specialist.
• Willingly responds to needs of peers.
• Performs or co-ordinate special projects.
• Leads at least 2 educational in-services per year.
• Takes on extra duties and sustains level of performance. (POC testing liaison, chem. Monthly printouts, haem, mail)
• Takes the initiative to mediate patient problems.
• Chairs lab or committee meetings.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, knowledge of medical terminology or willingness to take classes.

• Minimum Experience

  • Health care experience preferred but not necessary.

• License, Certification, Registration

  • Must obtain National Certification for Phlebotomy within one (1) year.

• Equipment/Tools

  • Previous computer uses desirable, Bilingual Yupik/English preferred.

• Specialized Knowledge and Skills

  • Applicant must be willing to acquire additional skills through on the job training and or outside classes. Positive oral and written communication skills, positive customer service, Ability to add subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

• Supervisory Responsibilities

  • None.

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum: 18.09 Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org