Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Life-Saving Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Utah; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in Utah is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology. You will interpret results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to ensure accurate lab findings.

The role includes collecting and preparing patient specimens, ensuring proper handling, and maintaining QA/QC programs to meet accreditation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent with NAACLS accreditation
• Successful completion of a clinical laboratory scientist program or 4-year degree with clinical tech exposure

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology.
• Interpret and verify results, troubleshoot discrepancies and instrument issues; implement corrective actions.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens with proper handling and documentation.
• Conduct quality control, proficiency testing, calibration, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science

NAACLS-accredited program

Job description

Indian Health Service in Utah is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology. You will interpret results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to ensure accurate lab findings.

The role includes collecting and preparing patient specimens, ensuring proper handling, and maintaining QA/QC programs to meet accreditation