Medical Laboratory Scientist

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 Unit Why This Opportunity Stands Out Long‑term contract opportunity (up to 1 year with extension options) Location: Yakama Service Unit – Toppenish, Washington Outpatient clinic setting Full time, Monday–Friday schedule No weekends No federal holidays Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package PTO, sick time, and holiday pay Consistent daytime hours supporting work‑life balance Open to local and travel candidates Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Native American communities Position Overview The 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 Perform diagnostic testing in chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, and microbiology Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment Perform quality control procedures and equipment calibration Analyze and interpret laboratory results using sound professional judgment Collect and process patient specimens, including phlebotomy as needed Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to support timely patient care Accurately document laboratory findings within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Maintain compliance with laboratory safety, quality assurance, and accreditation standards Phlebotomy experience needed What We’re Looking For Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS/MLS/MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Current certification and licensure as required by state and federal regulations Minimum of 1 year of recent clinical laboratory experience preferred Experience in chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology testing Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care Experience with Electronic Health Records (RPMS) Previous contract experience preferred Previous experience with IHS helpful 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 evolving clinical needs. Indian Preference Policy Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services follows an Indian Preference Policy. Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws. Qualifications 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 requiredExperience in rural or underserved healthcare settings preferred Prior Indian Health Services (IHS) or tribal healthcare experience preferred Phlebotomy experience needed Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems Must be a U.S. citizen, living and working primarily in the United States Must be able to pass Federal Security Clearance Immunization records required #J-18808-Ljbffr