Mission-Driven Medical Laboratory Technician

Indian Health Service; Havasu Lake (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform a broad range of clinical laboratory tests and support patient care in American Indian communities. This federal role emphasizes quality, safety, and compliance with CAP/CLIA, with opportunities for professional growth and mission-driven work.

A background in laboratory testing and specimen handling is essential. Applicants must meet federal qualifications and be able to pass background investigations and

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical laboratory support and performing tests.
• Ability to collect and process specimens accurately.
• Knowledge of CLIA/CAP quality requirements and safety.
• Familiarity with lab safety and biosafety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, serology, and blood banking.
• Evaluate test results and troubleshoot to ensure accuracy.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain lab instruments; prepare reagents.
• Collect and process patient specimens; track in lab systems.
• Support quality assurance and accreditation activities per CAP/CLIA standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen collection

Laboratory equipment operation

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory assistant program

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Chemistry/biological sciences coursework

Certified lab assistant/technician training program

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Clinical testing equipment

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking a Medical Technician (Laboratory Support) to perform a broad range of clinical laboratory tests and support patient care in American Indian communities. This federal role emphasizes quality, safety, and compliance with CAP/CLIA, with opportunities for professional growth and mission-driven work.

A background in laboratory testing and specimen handling is essential. Applicants must meet federal qualifications and be able to pass background investigations and