Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
No. of Positions: 2-3
Specialty: Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology - chemistry, microbiology, hematology, immunology, urinalysis, blood banking, reference lab send-out
Place of Work (City/State): Crownpoint, NM
Site: Crownpoint Healthcare Facility (CHCF), Laboratory Department, Navajo Area HIS
Location: Crownpoint Healthcare Facility, Crownpoint, NM 87313
Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of another year extension
Shift Schedule:- Facility operates 24/7, 365 days/year; CLS coverage required days, evenings, nights, weekends, and Federal holidays
- Specific tour of duty/rotational shifts set by Laboratory Supervisor/COR
Credentialing / Onboarding Time: 6-8 weeks
Certifications: ASCP or AMT
Education: Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science/medical technology
Experience Needed: Minimum 5 years of experience as a technologist, demonstrating ability to independently perform/evaluate testing across chemistry, microbiology, hematology, immunology, urinalysis, blood banking, reference lab send-out
Special Skills Needed:- Proficiency with laboratory information systems, EHR interfaces, analyzers, middleware, IHS IT systems
- English proficiency (read/write/speak) sufficient for clinical documentation and coordination
- Cultural sensitivity toward American Indian/Alaska Native populations
Responsibilities:- Perform standardized and non-standardized clinical lab testing (chemistry, micro, hematology, immunology, urinalysis, blood banking, reference send-out)
- Make minor procedure adaptations within competency; use professional judgment on non-standardized methods
- Collect blood specimens via venipuncture/capillary puncture when assigned; instruct patients/staff on specimen collection/handling
- Receive, assess, process, aliquot, store specimens; identify unacceptable/mislabeled specimens
- Set up/operate analyzers and equipment; control critical testing conditions (temp, timing, calibration)
- Prepare reagents, stains, media, controls; perform equipment maintenance, calibration checks, and recordkeeping
- Interpret/evaluate results, recognize abnormal findings/analytical errors, troubleshoot and resolve deviations
- Enter, verify, release, report results in authorized systems; maintain accurate/timely records and logs
- Participate in quality management: QC, proficiency testing, quality improvement, method validation/development
- Provide technical guidance/training to ancillary lab staff when assigned
- Maintain continuing education and competency in medical technology
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