Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Life-Saving Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Bloomfield (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Student loan repayment programs

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide essential diagnostics to American Indian communities. This role involves performing specialized and routine tests across various disciplines and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s or higher degree in a relevant field and must satisfy background requirements. The position offers competitive total compensation including health and retirement plans, and fosters a mission-driven work environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and Selective Service Registration required.
• Proficient in IHS Employee Immunization Policy for vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Ability to work on-call hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing.
• Interpret and verify test results, troubleshoot discrepancies.
• Ensure proper handling and documentation of patient specimens.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing

Specimen preparation

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in biological science, chemistry, or mathematics

Medical Laboratory Scientist program accredited by NAACLS

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide essential diagnostics to American Indian communities. This role involves performing specialized and routine tests across various disciplines and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s or higher degree in a relevant field and must satisfy background requirements. The position offers competitive total compensation including health and retirement plans, and fosters a mission-driven work environment.