Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA

Job Duration: 3+ Months (Possible Extension)

Shift: Tues to Sat, 02:00 PM – 10:30 PM PST.

Pay Rate: $49.50 – $55.50/hr. on W2

Job Description: This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Duties and 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.

Educational:

·         BS in medical technology or other life/physical sciences from an accredited college or university is REQUIRED.

·         Current state CLS license - Required in the state of CA.

Skills:

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)

·         Strong typing skills desirable.

·         Other automation skills helpful.

Required Work Experience:

·         Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting.