Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist I who will work in the Microbiology department. The CLS I will have minimal supervision and is responsible for complex laboratory procedures and handles all types of specimens submitted to the department and processing tasks assigned.

Available Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 10 am – 6:30 pm PST

We offer:

• $50-55/hour
• 2 weeks vacation + 1 week of sick time off per year (plus graduated increases with additional years of service)
• Employee and Dependent Health Insurance
• Optional FSA/DCA
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Care benefit
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health, child & eldercare issues, etc.)
• Starting at $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus program
• Wellness & Culture Club for company events

Candidates Must Have:

• Current California license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
• A Bachelor of Science in a scientific field, Biology is a plus
• At least 2-5 years of experience in Microbiology, preferably in a CAP/CLIA-certified laboratory
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel

Other Desired Skills:

• Must have a solid understanding of general laboratory techniques and medical terminology with an emphasis in microbiology-specific techniques; molecular and PCR are a plus.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, balanced assertiveness, and team orientation.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Ability to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to operate equipment with sufficient proficiency to successfully execute test procedures.
• Computer skills and laboratory automation knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions.

General Duties:

• Perform simple to complex assays by following the established departmental protocols.
• Read and understand all SOPs related to the department and adhere to all rules and protocols.
• Read and record critical assay-dependent measurements.
• Perform analysis accurately on a daily basis for the discipline assigned to CLS per the department.
• Reporting via the laboratory's LIS system.
• Prepare clinical specimens for testing and identify specimen-related problems.
• Take a main role in performing QC for reagents and chemicals and by using the SOPs.
• Review and approve Quality control and Quality Assurance results.
• Identify any problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either, correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor or director.
• Assist the supervisor in ensuring an efficient workflow operation and report any problems that can cause significant delays in the workflow process to supervisors, or technical director.
• Monitor TAT and workflow.
• Assist in the preparation of validation documentation of new tests and procedures as required by the company.
• Cleaning and maintenance of the lab equipment.
• Maintain laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning or performing scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance / calibration / certification, as required.

Other Duties:

• Consistently and independently performs the most complex level of clinical tests.
• Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
• Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing. Checks computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting results.
• Effectively resolve common problems or able to check with group leaders when it is uncertain.
• Complete required forms like QC logs, PM logs, and other departmental sheets.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.

The above listing represents the general duties considered essential functions of the job and is not to be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Pathnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.