MLT/CLS - Medical Lab Tech Contractor

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions•Shiprock, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions, in partnership with Indian Health Services (IHS), is seeking qualified Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) for a long-term contract assignment at Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) in Shiprock, New Mexico. This is an opportunity to work in an outpatient clinical setting while providing essential laboratory services to patients served by the Indian Health Service. Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) P.O. Box 160, Hwy 491 North Shiprock, NM 87420 Northern Navajo Medical Center – IHS Why This Opportunity Stands Out Long-term contract with extension options Location: Shiprock, New Mexico Outpatient laboratory setting Full-time hours Monday–Friday schedule Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package PTO, sick time, and holiday pay Open to qualified local and travel candidates Opportunity to support healthcare services within the Indian Health Service Experience living and working in the Four Corners region Position Overview The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) will provide outpatient laboratory services at Northern Navajo Medical Center, supporting accurate and timely diagnostic testing and patient care. Additional Information Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. This description is not intended to represent a complete list of all responsibilities. Candidates should be adaptable and willing to support the laboratory's clinical and operational needs. Indian Preference Policy Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions follows an Indian Preference Policy. Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws. Legally enrolled Eastern Shawnee Tribal Members shall be given preference if the tribal member's experience, qualifications, training, and all other criteria included in the job posting are equal. Tribal Members or Citizens of other Federally Recognized Tribes shall have second preference following the same criteria, followed by any other applicants.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification required
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
2–3 years of experience as a CLS or MLT in a hospital laboratory setting
Previous medical or clinical laboratory experience required
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must be able to pass Federal Security Clearance
Immunization records required

Nice To Haves

Experience in rural or underserved healthcare settings preferred
Prior Indian Health Services (IHS) or tribal healthcare experience preferred
Phlebotomy experience preferred
Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing in assigned areas, including chemistry, hematology, blood bank, urinalysis, serology, and microbiology
Collect, receive, process, and prepare patient specimens for testing
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment
Perform quality control procedures and equipment calibration
Analyze laboratory results and identify results requiring further review
Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection as needed
Accurately document laboratory testing and results
Follow established laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
Maintain appropriate laboratory records and documentation
Work collaboratively with laboratory staff and other healthcare professionals to support timely patient care