Clinical Laboratory Scientist – Impactful Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and advanced laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and immunology. You will interpret results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and ensure high-quality patient diagnostics in a regulated setting.

The role emphasizes specimen handling, quality control, and collaboration with laboratory staff to maintain accreditation standards and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology with NAACLS accreditation as CLS/MLS.
• Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited CLS program or equivalent.
• Experience with routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing across multiple sections.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens with proper handling and documentation.
• Conduct quality control, proficiency testing, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting per standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to laboratory staff and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen handling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science

NAACLS-accredited CLS program

Tools

Chemistry analyzers

Hematology analyzers

Molecular diagnostics equipment

Immunoassay instruments

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and advanced laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and immunology. You will interpret results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and ensure high-quality patient diagnostics in a regulated setting.

The role emphasizes specimen handling, quality control, and collaboration with laboratory staff to maintain accreditation standards and continuous process improvement.