CLS

generis tek•Lake Isabella, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract role for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist located in Lake Isabella, CA. The position is for a 13-week contract with a pay range of $45-$48/hr. The shift is to be determined (TBA). The Clinical Laboratory Scientist will demonstrate care and compassion to all patients and visitors, provide courteous and professional assistance to staff and physicians, and perform tests of waived and non-waived complexity in all sections of the laboratory. They will follow procedures for quality control and assurance, correctly document all work performed, and oversee the work of lab assistants. The role also involves performing skin, arterial, and venipuncture collections, and assisting with regulatory compliance activities under the direction of supervisors.

Requirements

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer knowledge required.

Responsibilities

Displays courteous, professional manner toward staff and guests.
Communicates clearly with patients and caregivers.
Properly identifies patients before collecting or accepting specimens.
Performs phlebotomy procedures, as necessary.
Properly labels and identifies specimens throughout the workflow.
Knows and follows specimen type and handling requirements.
Processes specimens promptly and correctly.
Uses the EMR and LIS to manage specimens and orders.
Promptly calls critical values to licensed caregivers, documents call.
Performs correct procedures for quality control of all testing.
Correctly identifies and responds to quality-control variances.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
Manages time and tasks to maximize overall efficiency.
Takes an active role in quality assurance and improvement.
Demonstrates knowledge of all sources of risk and error.
Use precautions, practice controls, and other safety behaviors.
Follows policies of the laboratory, the district, and their regulators.
Maintains proper certifications with a minimum of prompting.
Helps with ancillary duties (stocking supplies, clerical tasks, etc.)
Grooming and hygiene are consistently professional.
Demonstrates initiative – looks for work and solves problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Oversee the work of lab assistants.
Forms skin, arterial, and venipuncture collections necessary.
Assist with regulatory compliance activities at the direction of section supervisors and the lab manager.