Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Overview

Make a difference where it matters most! Join the Indian Health Service as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist providing vital, life-saving diagnostics to American Indian communities. Advance your career, enjoy competitive benefits, and be part of a mission that transforms lives every day. Apply today!

• Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job:
  Clinical Laboratory Scientist Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov)

• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently, temporarily, or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases, consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available, as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.
• This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. The agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
• On-call hours or standby duty may be required
• Physical Demands:
  The work involves walking, sitting, standing, reaching and bending in the assessment and treatment of patients
• Works on a rotational basis to provide continuity of medical services during days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, see dhs.gov/E-Verify/
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you
• Background Investigation Requirement:
  This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment
• A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service
• Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process