Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Mission-Driven Diagnostics

Indian Health Service; Aylett (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide vital diagnostic testing for American Indian communities. You will perform routine and specialized laboratory analyses, verify results, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure proper specimen handling. This federal position requires U.S.

citizenship, a background investigation, and compliance with immunization policies. Rotating shifts, annual leave accrual, and opportunities to contribute to quality assurance and

Qualifications

• Requires experience performing routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, and related areas.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens with proper handling and documentation.
• Perform quality control, proficiency testing, and instrument maintenance in compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methods.
• Verify test results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens with proper handling and documentation.
• Support QA activities and contribute to procedure development and staff guidance.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing

Specimen handling

Quality control

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology

NAACLS-accredited MLS/CLS program

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Calibration & maintenance

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide vital diagnostic testing for American Indian communities. You will perform routine and specialized laboratory analyses, verify results, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure proper specimen handling. This federal position requires U.S.

citizenship, a background investigation, and compliance with immunization policies. Rotating shifts, annual leave accrual, and opportunities to contribute to quality assurance and