Medical Laboratory Scientist

Akicita Federal is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist to deliver essential clinical laboratory services in support of the Indian Health Service (IHS) at the Yakama Indian Health Center in Toppenish, WA. In this hands-on role, you will perform a broad range of diagnostic laboratory tests that directly inform patient care for an underserved Native American community. Your work will be central to the health and well-being of patients who depend on IHS for quality, accessible healthcare.

• Perform routine and complex laboratory analyses across disciplines including hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, blood banking, and immunology.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Collect and process patient specimens, ensuring proper labeling, handling, and chain of custody.
• Review and report test results, flagging critical values and communicating findings promptly to clinical staff.
• Apply quality control and quality assurance protocols to maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and analytical discrepancies, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, logs, and documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.