Clinical Laboratory Scientist — Life-Saving Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Forks (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, and more. You will interpret results, troubleshoot issues, and ensure accurate patient testing.

The role emphasizes quality control, proper specimen handling, and adherence to accreditation standards within a federal healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of quality control, proficiency testing, and accreditation standards.
• Ability to collect and evaluate patient specimens with proper documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing in multiple domains.
• Interpret and verify test results, troubleshoot discrepancies and malfunctions.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens with proper handling.
• Support QA activities, inventory management, and staff guidance.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen handling

Education

NAACLS CLS/MLS program

Tools

Automated analyzers

Manual testing

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, and more. You will interpret results, troubleshoot issues, and ensure accurate patient testing.

The role emphasizes quality control, proper specimen handling, and adherence to accreditation standards within a federal healthcare setting.