Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Precision Scans Inc•San Dimas, CA

1d•$40 - $45

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) for a night shift traveler assignment. The CLS will perform a wide range of laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Requirements

ASCP certification, or equivalent required
Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience
Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)
Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director,
perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory,
perform and document maintenance; daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate,
review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting,
recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics,
ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies,
may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics,
assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures,
adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources,
in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift,
may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC.
other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.