Location: Bethel, AK

Start Date: 01-13-2026

End Date: 07-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable 8-hour shifts (days, evenings, or nights) with rotating coverage; specific start/end times vary by assignment and may include weekends. New Employee Orientation occurs Tuesdays and Wednesdays only.

Hours per Week: 32

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret a wide range of clinical laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, microbiology and blood bank
• Carry out quality control procedures and document results to ensure reliable patient testing
• Communicate clearly with physicians, nurses and other clinical staff about test results and specimen needs
• Operate and maintain clinical laboratory instrumentation and troubleshoot issues to reduce downtime
• Provide direction and training to Medical Laboratory Assistants and contribute to competency testing
• Work independently while following established protocols and safety practices
• Maintain accurate records, complete required documentation for onboarding and regulatory checks, and participate in continuous quality improvement activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field required
• Board eligible with ASCP or NCA; must obtain MT/CLS certification within one year of employment
• One to three years of related experience in clinical laboratory settings, or successful completion of a formal student internship
• Experience or familiarity with chemistry, blood bank, hematology and microbiology testing
• Ability to work independently and provide direction to support staff
• Up-to-date immunizations or titers for Hepatitis A and B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Tdap and Polio as required
• Successful completion of background checks, drug screen, fit test/physical and required credential verifications prior to travel

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical laboratory instrumentation operation and troubleshooting
• Quality control processes and documentation
• Specimen processing and handling best practices
• Strong communication skills for interacting with clinical teams and patients
• Competency testing and training/mentoring junior staff
• Attention to detail, independent decision-making, and time management
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting and record-keeping requirements

Benefits

• Shared housing provided (note: private housing is not available) to make your stay easier
• Airfare reimbursed after arrival so you can focus on the work and the adventure
• Opportunity to work with a supportive laboratory team and make a direct impact on patient care in a close-knit community
• Hands-on experience across chemistry, hematology, microbiology and blood bank — great for skills growth
• Licensure and certification guidance — board eligible candidates (ASCP or NCA) welcome and supported to complete certification within one year
• Robust onboarding with scheduled New Employee Orientation to get you up and running
• Meaningful professional responsibility including mentoring Medical Laboratory Assistants and leading quality control efforts
• A collaborative workplace that values clear communication, independence, and continuous learning

Travel Perks: Explore Bethel, AK

Bethel is a unique Alaskan hub on the Kuskokwim River with authentic Yup'ik cultural experiences. Enjoy riverfront scenery, local arts and crafts, and community events that showcase regional traditions. In season you can go birdwatching and fishing, explore the river by boat, or take short scenic flights to nearby wilderness areas. In winter, you may be treated to spectacular northern lights viewing and snow-based activities. Living and working here offers a genuine opportunity to experience rural Alaska life and local community culture.

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