Kadiak, LLCKGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com to verify its validity.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:
Graduation from a medical laboratory technician training program 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
Working Environment & ConditionsThis job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe 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.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.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.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
