Medical Laboratory Scientist:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)Bring your laboratory expertise to a community that truly values it. Laboratory professionals play a critical role in patient care, and at Yakama Service Unit, your work directly supports the health and wellness of Native American patients throughout the region. Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services, in partnership with Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) for a long-term outpatient assignment in Toppenish, Washington.

This position offers the rare combination of impactful work, a collaborative clinical environment, and a dependable Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays required.Facility Information: Yakama Service UnitWhy This Opportunity Stands OutLong-term contract opportunity (up to 1 year with extension options)Location: Yakama Service Unit – Toppenish, WashingtonOutpatient clinic settingFull Time, Monday–Friday scheduleNo weekendsNo federal holidaysCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packagePTO, sick time, and holiday payConsistent daytime hours supporting work-life balanceOpen to local and travel candidatesOpportunity to make a meaningful impact in Native American communitiesPosition OverviewThe Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) will provide laboratory services in an outpatient healthcare setting, supporting primary care, preventive care, and specialty clinic services.Responsibilities include:Perform diagnostic testing in chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, and microbiologyOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipmentPerform quality control procedures and equipment calibrationAnalyze and interpret laboratory results using sound professional judgmentCollect and process patient specimens, including phlebotomy as neededCollaborate with providers and clinical staff to support timely patient careAccurately document laboratory findings within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)Maintain compliance with laboratory safety, quality assurance, and accreditation standardsPhlebotomy experience neededWhat We're Looking ForClinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS/MLS/MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)Current certification and licensure as required by state and federal regulationsMinimum of 1 year of recent clinical laboratory experience preferredExperience in chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology testingStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality patient careExperience with Electronic Health Records (RPMS)Previous contract experience preferredPrevious experience with IHS helpfulAdditional InformationAdditional 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 evolving clinical needs.Indian Preference PolicyEastern Shawnee Staffing Services follows an Indian Preference Policy.

Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws.#CLS #MLS #MLT #LaboratoryJobs #IHSJobsApply today to talk to a member of our Recruiting Team!RequirementsQualificationsAssociate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (Bachelor's degree preferred)ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification requiredActive Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required2–3 years of experience as a CLS or MLT in a hospital laboratory settingPrevious medical or clinical laboratory experience requiredExperience in rural or underserved healthcare settings preferredPrior Indian Health Services (IHS) or tribal healthcare experience preferredPhlebotomy experience neededFamiliarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemsMust be a U.S. citizen, living and working primarily in the United StatesMust be able to pass Federal Security ClearanceImmunization records requiredAre you ready? Our recruitment team is waiting for you!