Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Indian Health Service • Pawnee, OK

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About The Position

This position is a federal role that requires candidates to demonstrate sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties associated with the job. Experience can include both paid and unpaid work, including volunteer work through National Service programs and other organizations. Candidates must clearly identify their duties and responsibilities in previous positions, including the total number of hours worked per week. The position requires a Bachelor's or higher degree in biological science, chemistry, and mathematics, along with completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program. Acceptable experience includes professional or technician roles in various laboratory settings, and certification as a medical technologist is preferred. The job is open for applications from March 28, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Courses in biological science, chemistry, and mathematics.
• Completion of a Medical Laboratory Scientist program accredited by NAACLS.
• Five years of full-time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in relevant fields.
• Certification/licensure as a medical technologist is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital laboratory or health agency.
• Teaching or medical research program experience.
• Graduate-level education in medical technology or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technologist in preparing reagents.
• Perform routine laboratory tests.
• Follow procedures to ensure quality control.
• Use basic lab equipment/instruments.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Process patient samples and conduct analysis.
• Maintain section records.
• Recognize unusual or unexpected test results.
• Calculate results using statistical and analytical formulas.
• Operate complex clinical analyzers.
• Provide training to junior and generalist technologists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees