Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Drive Critical Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology. The role includes specimen handling, quality control, calibration, and guidance for lab staff, in support of American Indian communities.

The position requires a NAACLS-accredited program and appropriate clinical laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology.
• NAACLS-accredited program or equivalent.
• One year of specialized experience or equivalent education may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methodologies in chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens while ensuring proper handling and documentation.
• Perform quality control, proficiency testing, equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting per standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to laboratory staff and oversee QA activities.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen handling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology

NAACLS-accredited program

Job description

Indian Health Service seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology. The role includes specimen handling, quality control, calibration, and guidance for lab staff, in support of American Indian communities.

The position requires a NAACLS-accredited program and appropriate clinical laboratory experience.