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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Akicita Federal, LLC

#CLIA #Healthcare #Medical Laboratory Scientist #LIS #Joint Commission #Diagnostic Testing #CAP #ASCP #AMT #Indian Health Service

Quick overview

Perform a broad range of diagnostic laboratory analyses across multiple disciplines to inform patient care for an underserved community. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation while ensuring strict adherence to quality control and regulatory standards.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field and current MLS or MT certification from a recognized body. Candidates must have demonstrated experience in clinical laboratory testing and proficiency with standard analyzers and LIS.

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Job description

Akicita Federal is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist to deliver essential clinical laboratory services in support of the Indian Health Service (IHS) at the Yakama Indian Health Center in Toppenish, WA. In this hands-on role, you will perform a broad range of diagnostic laboratory tests that directly inform patient care for an underserved Native American community. Your work will be central to the health and well-being of patients who depend on IHS for quality, accessible healthcare.
Perform routine and complex laboratory analyses across disciplines including hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, blood banking, and immunology.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
Collect and process patient specimens, ensuring proper labeling, handling, and chain of custody.
Review and report test results, flagging critical values and communicating findings promptly to clinical staff.
Apply quality control and quality assurance protocols to maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and analytical discrepancies, escalating issues as appropriate.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, logs, and documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements. \n

\n $124,800 - $135,200 a year
Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a closely related biological science field.
Current certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) from a nationally recognized certifying body (e.g., ASCP, AMT, or equivalent).
Demonstrated experience performing clinical laboratory testing across multiple disciplines in a hospital, clinic, or reference laboratory setting.
Proficiency with standard laboratory analyzers and laboratory information systems (LIS).
Strong understanding of quality control principles and regulatory compliance (e.g., CLIA, CAP, or Joint Commission standards). \n What sets candidates apart:
Prior experience working within an IHS, tribal, or federally qualified health center (FQHC) laboratory environment.
Familiarity with the health priorities and cultural context of Native American and Indigenous communities.

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