Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Company: Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare
Location: Sells
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description PLEASE NOTE - This position may
require temporarily relocation to other TONHC Fa cilities: Sells
Hospital, Santa Rosa Health Center, San Simon Health Center, Casa
Grande, and San Xavier Health Center. Position Summary: The
Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing a
variety and a full range of Medical Laboratory procedures,
including phlebotomy, highly complex analyses, and infrequently
required tests; evaluating abnormal or unusual patient results;
operating and maintaining complex laboratory equipment; and setting
up and monitoring daily, weekly, or monthly quality control. Scope
of Work: The employee is responsible for planning, implementing,
and developing the clinic's laboratory section, which includes
phlebotomy, general/routine laboratory testing, solving highly
complex diagnostic problems, and modifying or adapting new methods
or techniques to improve or expand services specific to the
following areas: hematology, coagulation, chemistry, urinalysis,
microbiology, rapid test methods, and referral specimen processing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Depending on the area of
assignment, an incumbent may not be required to perform some of the
duties listed below): Performs a full variety of laboratory tests
and examinations of samples. Duplicates tests for quality control
and patient testing. Perform phlebotomy and order all tests
requested by outpatient department RNs or providers. Conducts
quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and
maintains accurate reports for quality control reports. Performs
blood cell morphologies studies, body fluid analysis, and
urinalysis. Selects the appropriate procedures for the service
request and is congruent with patient considerations. Prepares
reagents, calibrators, solutions, and primary reference materials
as applicable. Processes specimens using equipment, instruments, or
techniques necessary to prepare them for specific analysis;
controls physical conditions; responds to time factors to ensure
that the physiologic state of the specimen is maintained. Evaluates
and monitors the performance of non-routine and specialized test
procedures using manual and automated techniques in accordance with
established protocols. Calibrates, standardizes, adjusts, and
maintains instruments. Verifies correct instrument operation using
established procedures and quality control checks; identifies the
cause of common problems and makes simple repairs. Tests and
develops quality control methods, calculating the mean, standard
deviation, and coefficient variation and determining statistical
significance. Examines instrument functions, rechecks of test
performance conditions, evaluates reaction systems and/or
procedural techniques utilized, and identifies function with a
symptom. Contribute to a team effort and perform other job-related
duties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the Tohono
O'odham culture, customs, and traditions. The skill to develop and
perform difficult and complex tests, determinations, and
examinations in which original controls, measurements, and
procedures must be either adopted, established or employed. The
knowledge of health care and diagnosis is necessary to coordinate
with and discuss tests results with physicians or other
professionals for who tests and functions are performed. The skills
and knowledge to perform phlebotomy procedures on all age-specific
groups, including neonates, children, adults, and geriatric
patients. The skill and knowledge to operate within a quality
control system and a proficiency-testing program. Skill in minor
equipment and instrument maintenance, which includes daily, weekly,
monthly care, calibration, and remedial or repair action that
ensures operational reliability, reproducibility, precision, and
accuracy at all times. Knowledge and skills in Microbiology,
Hematology, Immunohematology, Chemistry, Immunochemistry, Blood
Gas, Coagulation, and Urinalysis to identify acceptable specimens
and determine suitability/integrity for analysis. Sufficient skill
and initiative to maintain a high level of cleanliness, hygiene,
and general up-keep of the laboratory. Professional knowledge of
the principles, theories, and practices of medical technology,
including quality assurance and clinical correlation, is sufficient
to perform various diagnostics tests. Knowledge of related
disciplines and diagnoses necessary to evaluate test results in
relation to patient clinical history and other laboratory data in
order to discuss test results with ordering physicians and
providers and recommend additional testing. The skill and knowledge
to operate within a quality control/assurance system and
proficiency-testing program. Knowledge of instrumentation
principles and operation to operate, maintain, teach, detect
instrumentation malfunctions, and independently troubleshoot
equipment. Knowledge of inconsistent or unusual laboratory results
is required to identify the most probable causes, which may include
technical problems or specimen contamination. Knowledge of
regulatory licensing and accrediting agency requirements to assure
compliance with standards. Knowledge of quality controls checks,
correction, and documentation of corrective actions. Knowledge of
guidelines includes Public Health Service, and other laboratory
accreditation standards. Ability to maintain privileged,
confidential information. Ability to work independently and meet
strict timelines. Ability to communicate efficiently and
effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and
maintain positive and effective working relationships with other
employees and the general public. Ability to work extended hours
and various work schedules. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's
Degree in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology, or closely
related field. One year of work experience in blood banking,
chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, and
urinalysis/body fluids in a laboratory, or an equivalent
combination of training, education, and work experience closely
related to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist's duties and
responsibilities. Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical
Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Technologist certification through
the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American
Medical Technologist (AMT). Upon recommendation for hire, a
criminal background and a National FBI fingerprint check are
required to determine suitability for employment, including a
39-month driving record. May require possessing and maintaining a
valid driver's license (no DUIs or major traffic citations within
the last three years). If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham
Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a
driver's permit to operate program vehicles. Based on the
department's needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate
fluency in both the Tohono O'odham language and English as a
condition of employment.
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