Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - Hematopathology

City of Hope•Duarte, CA

2d•$43 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is to recruit for on-going and future positions. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - Hematopathology (Full Time, Days) position is a transformative opportunity at City of Hope, an organization dedicated to fighting cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope has a growing national system with locations in Los Angeles, Southern California, Orange County, Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. The organization's mission is to deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. This Hematopathology Laboratory opportunity is located in Duarte, California. It is a full-time position welcoming new licensed clinical laboratory scientists. A sign-on bonus is offered to eligible candidates. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing specimens for analysis and performing and reporting clinical laboratory procedures, ranging from waived to high complexity. You will adhere to strict compliance with written SOPs and various regulatory guidelines, including FACT, AABB, ACHI, CAP, FDA, and Joint Commission regulations. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to assist in teaching students and staff, working under the authority of the Laboratory Director as per the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988, CFR Section 493.1445(a). Join our dynamic team at City of Hope and contribute to groundbreaking medical research and patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) licensure

Responsibilities

Maintain knowledge of techniques for preparing and processing biological specimens for clinical analyses using universal precautions.
Demonstrate proficiency in manual, semi-automated, and automated laboratory procedures.
Perform a variety of complex laboratory tests and procedures according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules, completing them within established turnaround times.
Review normal and critical results for accuracy and completeness before reporting, promptly notifying supervisors of unusual results or discrepancies.
Conduct quality control procedures, including preventive maintenance, calibrations, and data recording, to support and participate in Quality Assurance efforts and the Performance Improvement process.
Utilize standard laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy and completeness of recorded results, while also performing data entry of diagnostic information.
Prepare and label solutions, reagents, culture media, and stains following standard formulas and procedures.
Prioritize work, provide efficient service, assist coworkers as needed, maintain cleanliness and safety practices, and uphold a high level of integrity and confidentiality while maintaining a positive customer service image when interacting with colleagues, patients, physicians, and vendors.