Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Akicita Federal is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to deliver essential diagnostic laboratory services for the Indian Health Service's Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, New Mexico. In this role, you will directly support the health and well-being of Navajo Nation members and other American Indian and Alaska Native patients by producing accurate, timely test results across a full-service inpatient and outpatient hospital laboratory. This is meaningful, hands-on clinical work in a community that depends on your expertise every day.

- Process and analyze patient specimens across core laboratory departments including Hematology, Blood Bank, Coagulation, Microbiology, Chemistry, Immunology, and Urinalysis

- Perform clinical laboratory testing for patients arriving from outpatient clinics, the Emergency Department, and inpatient units

- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, and applicable accreditation standards

- Ensure accurate and reliable test results to support direct patient care decisions and positive patient outcomes

- Follow facility policies, procedures, and protocols including HIPAA, Privacy Act requirements, and IHS-specific directives

- Utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uphold infection control and safety standards throughout all laboratory activities

- Collaborate cooperatively with clinical and administrative staff across the medical center, demonstrating cultural awareness and respect for the Native communities served