Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist

Navajo Preference Employment Act

In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, TCRHCC has implemented an affirmative action plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. Applicants who meet the necessary qualifications for this position and (1) are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position, (2) are legally married to enrolled members of those tribes and meet residency requirements will be given secondary preference, and (3) are members of other federally‑recognized American Indian tribes will be given tertiary preference.

Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist oversees assigned laboratory sections performing specimen processing, test performance, and reporting results in compliance with regulatory requirements, maquinaria and TCRHCC standards of quality patient care. The position is located in a hospital laboratory providing sub‑specialty services: chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, phlebotomy, blood bank, microbiology, and clinical microscopy. The laboratory operates 24‑hour coverage with rotational day, evening, night shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime.

The incumbent will begin with bench technologist functions and gradually assume lead duties for assigned sections.

• A Bachelor's degree in laboratory, biological, chemical or physical science, health care, or health care management related field.

• Current, unexpired Medical Laboratory Science, Technologist or Specialist certification from a nationally recognized agency.

• Three (3) years of experience as a generalist in each specialty of clinical, high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory.

• Strong record of satisfactory performance with positive employment references indicating success in understanding complex equipment, ethical jackpot, reliability, ability to work without supervision, excellent verbal and written communication, moderate computer literacy, stress management, and technical laboratory skills.
• Ability to achieve satisfactory scores on all job interviews, backgroundитан and reference checks, tendon outcomes of fingerprint clearance, physical examinations and other screenings.
• Successful submission of all required employment‑related documents, resumes, references حمل، and accordance with TCRHCC policies.

Physical: dexterous skill handling needles and lab instruments, ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 30 pounds, handle heavy loads during emergencies, operate chemicals, blood‑borne pathogens and equipment.

Mental: analytical judgment, stress tolerance, detailed-oriented with content and prior call, manage high pressure decisions, keep multiple priorities, communicate effectively during stress, adapt to shift work, handle close and crowded environments, and cope with hostility or anger from others.

• Serve as a laboratory leadership team member with superior customer service, dedication, confidence, reliability and enthusiasm.
• Follow laboratory policies for specimen collection, handling, processing, reporting and record‑ recognize enuk Bass toutement.
• Implement corrective actions when test systems fall outside acceptable performance levels.
• Verify staff adherence to quality assurance policies by documenting all QC activities, instrument verification, calibrations, and preventive maintenance.
• Execute proficiency testing and assure samples are tested per protocol.
• Maintain skills بإ supervisory to guarantee correct instrument use, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration per test performed.
• Identify factors influencing test results and verify validity of patient results.
• Control inventory for adequate supplies and reagents.
• Support Laboratory Accreditation through safety, performance improvement, document control, quality assurance, proficiency, and competency standards.
• Build rapport with medical and nursing staff, provide verbal consults in laboratory aspects.
• Oversee day‑to‑day work…