Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1st shift

the Client•San Juan Capistrano, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures. The role involves independently performing moderate to highly complex clinical tests, preparing reagents, testing new reagents, and determining the acceptability of specimens. The scientist will also determine calculated results, enter results accurately, check computer review reports, and adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times. Evaluation of routine and complex analyses, recognition of critical values, and appropriate action are key. Responsibilities extend to preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration of laboratory equipment, and evaluating instrument performance. Quality Control and calibrations are performed with appropriate frequency, and control materials are selected and evaluated. A corrective action process is initiated when test systems do not perform according to established criteria. Proficiency testing is performed and recorded accurately, with the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems. The scientist will notify supervisors and contact manufacturers or field service support if necessary. Accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies, maintaining a safe and neat work area, and demonstrating effective communication are essential. Active participation in staff and Quality Improvement meetings is expected. Additional business-related responsibilities or projects may be delegated, including evaluation of new techniques, method comparison, cost analysis, establishment of reference ranges, writing/revising technical procedures, and evaluation of productivity. The role requires adherence to all safety, environmental, and infection control policies, proper waste disposal, and maintaining confidentiality. Direct supervision and training of unlicensed staff may be required, along with support for training programs. Maintaining professional growth and development through continuing education, including that required for California state licensure, is necessary. Other duties include answering phones and complying with all health and safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
BS in medical technology or other life/physical sciences from an accredited college or university — Required
Current state CLS license — Required in the state of CA
California CLS license (must be confirmed prior to submittal) — Required
Zero to three years' direct experience in a laboratory setting

Nice To Haves

Strong typing skills desirable.
Other automation skills helpful.

Responsibilities

Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies.
Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls.
Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
Accurately enters results of testing.
Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results.
Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.
Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks.
Performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required.
Performs Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results, to determine acceptability of result release.
Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria.
Initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems.
Notifies the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if necessary.
Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
Demonstrates effective two-way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers, via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment.
Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager.
Responsible for following all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control.
Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles.
Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures.
Supports Training Programs, where applicable.
Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education.
Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Required to use personal protective equipment.
Other duties as assigned.