Mission-Driven Medical Lab Technician

Indian Health Service; Dulce (NM); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in New Mexico seeks a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform clinical laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, serology and blood banking. The role includes evaluating results, operating instruments, processing specimens, and ensuring QA and regulatory compliance.

The position requires experience with CLIA/CAP standards, accurate documentation, and effective communication with healthcare teams to support high-quality

Qualifications

• Experience in performing laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, serology, and blood banking.
• Familiarity with CLIA and CAP requirements and quality control practices.
• Ability to prepare reports of findings and assist with accreditation activities.
• Knowledge of specimen collection, labeling, accessioning, and transport processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory tests across multiple disciplines and adapt procedures for unusual specimens.
• Evaluate test results, identify normal vs. abnormal findings, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment; prepare reagents and culture media.
• Collect and process patient specimens; ensure specimen acceptability and proper accessioning in lab systems.
• Validate and document results and communicate findings to healthcare providers; support quality assurance activities.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen collection

Communicating with providers

Education

Associate degree with certified laboratory assistant program

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Indian Health Service in New Mexico seeks a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform clinical laboratory tests across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, serology and blood banking. The role includes evaluating results, operating instruments, processing specimens, and ensuring QA and regulatory compliance.

The position requires experience with CLIA/CAP standards, accurate documentation, and effective communication with healthcare teams to support high-quality