Contract Medical Lab Tech MLT/CLS

About the Role

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions, in partnership with Indian Health Services (IHS), is seeking qualified Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) for a long-term contract assignment at Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC) in Phoenix, Arizona. This opportunity allows you to bring your laboratory experience to a hospital setting while supporting essential patient care within the Indian Health Service.

This is a long-term contract with extension options, offering full-time hours in a hospital-based clinical laboratory environment. The position is open to qualified local and travel candidates and provides an opportunity to serve and make a meaningful impact in Native communities.

Facility Information

Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC)
4212 North 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Long-term contract with extension options
• Location: Phoenix, Arizona
• Full-time hours
• Hospital-based clinical laboratory environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• PTO, sick time, and holiday pay
• Consistent scheduling

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing in chemistry, hematology, blood bank, 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
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection as needed
• Accurately document and manage laboratory data within applicable electronic health record and laboratory systems
• Follow established laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
• Work collaboratively with laboratory and healthcare staff to support timely patient care

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.

Requirements

• 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 preferred
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to pass Federal Security Clearance
• Immunization records required

Indian Preference Policy

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Solutions follows an Indian Preference Policy. Preference is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with applicable laws. Legally enrolled Eastern Shawnee Tribal Members shall be given preference if the tribal member's experience, qualifications, training, and all other criteria included in the job posting are equal. Tribal Members or Citizens of other Federally Recognized Tribes shall have second preference following the same criteria, followed by any other applicants.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• PTO, sick time, and holiday pay