About the role
Description
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 include:
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.
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Requirements
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 required
Experience 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
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