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Travel Medical Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech) Job – Wrangell, Alaska
Advance your healthcare career with a travel Medical Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech) position in Wrangell, Alaska (zip code 99929). This hospital-based clinical laboratory opportunity offers competitive pay, adventure, and the chance to make a difference in Alaska healthcare while enjoying the scenic beauty and vibrant community of Southeast Alaska. Wrangell is a charming island city surrounded by breathtaking mountains, lush forests, and pristine waterways. Known for its welcoming small-town atmosphere, Wrangell offers unique opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing—including the famous Anan Wildlife Observatory for bear watching. The area is rich in Native Alaskan culture and history, with local festivals, art galleries, and friendly residents who make newcomers feel at home. Experience a close-knit community and an adventurous lifestyle while advancing your career in one of Alaska's most picturesque regions. Apply now to join our clinical support team!

• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2070

Lab Tech Job Details – Alaska Healthcare Jobs

• Location: Wrangell, Alaska (99929) – Alaska healthcare travel job
• Assignment Type: Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
• Setting: Hospital-based Clinical Laboratory
• Start Date: August 18, 2025
• End Date: November 17, 2025
• Duration: 13-week contract
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts; days, nights, and on-call coverage

Medical Laboratory Technician Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field (or equivalent experience/education)
• Minimum 1 year of recent clinical laboratory experience or hospital internship
• Current national certification: Medical Technologist (ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AMT), or equivalent
• Expertise in laboratory testing, including CLIA high complexity testing
• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) and clinical lab equipment
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and resolve technical issues
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (traveler policy)

Lab Tech Responsibilities – Clinical Support

• Perform all levels of laboratory testing, including high complexity tests, for patients of all ages
• Evaluate, interpret, and verify accuracy of test results
• Troubleshoot technical problems and resolve inconsistencies in patient results
• Provide expertise in microbiology, transfusion medicine, molecular biology, and infectious disease safety
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; ensure quality control and compliance with regulatory standards
• Write and update laboratory procedures; participate in quality improvement and regulatory inspections
• Train and mentor new staff and laboratory students
• Assist with inventory management and supply ordering
• Participate in continuing education to maintain professional competency
• Support overall laboratory operations as assigned

Join our healthcare team in Alaska and take the next step in your Medical Laboratory Technician career. Apply today for this exciting travel Lab Tech job in Wrangell, Alaska!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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