Medical Laboratory Technician - Life-Saving Lab Support

Indian Health Service; Kayenta (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform diverse clinical laboratory tests and support patient care in American Indian communities. This role involves operating instruments, processing specimens, and ensuring quality results.

You will work within CAP/CLIA guidelines and contribute to safety and compliance programs. The position requires relevant education and experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a mission-driven workplace focused

Qualifications

• Experience with CLIA and CAP quality standards.
• Ability to collect and process patient specimens.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing across disciplines.
• Evaluate test results and troubleshoot.
• Operate and maintain instruments; prepare reagents.
• Collect and process specimens; manage accessioning.
• Support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Assistant or Clinical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform diverse clinical laboratory tests and support patient care in American Indian communities. This role involves operating instruments, processing specimens, and ensuring quality results.

You will work within CAP/CLIA guidelines and contribute to safety and compliance programs. The position requires relevant education and experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a mission-driven workplace focused