Technologist, Licensed (CLS) I/II: Night Shift 10pm-8:30am, 4 10hr shifts including 1 weekend night

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics•Azusa, CA

1d•$50 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services. This role involves performing various laboratory tests, including ABO typing, Nucleic Acid Testing, serological assays, and Histocompatibility testing, using both manual and automated platforms. The technologist will be responsible for sample handling, test analysis, reporting, record maintenance, operating and maintaining equipment, managing inventory, preparing reagents, conducting quality control, and adhering to all quality assurance, HIPAA, and safety standards. The position also involves mentoring new employees and supporting the company's business philosophy and ethical standards.

Requirements

Current & active CLS/MLS/MLT certification and/or CHT/CHS license in one or more of the following areas: Generalist, Molecular, Immunology, Histocompatibility.
Proficient in assays/methodologies including, but not limited to: ABO typing, Nucleic Acid Testing, serological assay (EIA, ELISA) and Histocompatibility testing.
Proficient in executing both manual and automated test platforms.
Bachelor’s (BA or BS) degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
Appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing in which the laboratory is located.
Responsible for maintaining licensure and continuing education as required per licensing agency and/or State.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Strong keen attention to detail.
Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal/ teamwork skills.
Intermediate or higher level of proficiency with computers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software programs.
Accurate keyboarding skills.
Internal & External customer-centric Skills.
General knowledge of assay theory and instrumentation.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology.
Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology.
Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures.
Ability to make accurate observations and records of tests results.
Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in Transplant Testing not required.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for handling and processing of sampling, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient results.
Follow prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties.
Calculate the results of the tests performed, if necessary.
Accurately enter results of testing, as needed.
Issue accurate test results, if trained.
Operate, calibrate, conduct performance checks, and maintain laboratory analyzers or equipment, as necessary.
Recognize and correct basic analyzer malfunctions.
Notify supervision/management, when appropriate.
Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials.
Evaluate media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria.
Prepare reagents and/or media as per prescribed procedure.
Conduct established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products.
Evaluate results of quality control, and implement corrective action(s) when indicated.
Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Accept or reject test results in accordance with SOPs.
Orient, mentor and/or teach new employees and/or employees that require cross-training on clinical laboratory methods, procedures and techniques.
Adhere to all Quality Assurance, HIPAA and Safety standards.
Adhere to all testing turnaround timelines.
Meets basic expectations of DPT’s quality management system, including, but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, accurate recordkeeping so the company may meet its stated quality policy and objectives.
Document all corrections and/or corrective actions when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specification.
Support Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics.
Represent laboratory and the organization favorable and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times.
Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in performing tests, documenting test results and maintaining patient, client, employee and laboratory business confidentiality.
Other duties as formally assigned by laboratory Management.
Participate on special project teams a requested by laboratory Management.