Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Indian Health Service • Toppenish, WA

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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 position. 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 their resume, including the total number of hours worked per week. The position involves support duties to medical or health personnel, and candidates must meet specific educational and experience requirements based on the grade level they are applying for, ranging from GS-04 to GS-07.

Requirements

• For GS-04: 1 year of combination of general and specialized experience, or 2 years of education above high school.
• For GS-05: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-04 level, or a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• For GS-06: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 level.
• For GS-07: Specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited institute is required for GS-05, GS-06, or GS-07.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a family medicine-oriented medical facility.
• Familiarity with specialized equipment such as cardiac monitors and IV fluid pumps.
• Experience in coordinating supply ordering and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to medical or health personnel such as audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and optometrists.
• Answer medical office telephones and receive patients.
• Utilize electronic health records and obtain vital signs for patients.
• Remove and apply wound dressings as directed.
• Prepare and restock exam rooms, ensuring cleanliness.
• Administer age-appropriate vaccines and assist in laboratory specimen collection.
• Coordinate patient care plans and manage referrals for chronic patients.
• Participate in telehealth clinics and assist with advanced clinic procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees