Clinical Laboratory Scientist
4 months ago
POSITION PURPOSE
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our team on Catalina Island. As a CLS, you will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs procedures which include calibrating of instruments, assessing accuracy of equipment, determining accuracy of tests, ensuring they are reproducible; responsible for quality control.
- Reads test results and examines and interprets outcome to identify departures from "norms." Activities include hematological, biochemical, serological and microbiologic tests.
- Develops recording systems to assure necessary controls in each step of procedure and proper documentation.
- Responsible for simple maintenance and adjustment of equipment and making up more difficult reagents.
- Assist in training and mentoring laboratory staff as needed. May direct work of laboratory assistants and auxiliary personnel.
- Performs phlebotomy on out-patients or in-patients (if needed).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Proper specimen collection includes patient preparation if applicable, labeling and handling, preservation, processing, expiration, transportation, and storage of specimens.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
- Awareness of factors that influence test results.
- Assess and verify validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample test values prior to reporting patient test results.
- Computer operation and EMR.
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration procedures related to each test performed.
- Knowledge of QC and QA procedures.
- CLIA compliance
- LIS Knowledge
EDUCATION CERTIFICATION
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
- Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the State of California
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years experience in a hospital setting as a practicing Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
- Driver's License
- Specimen shipping and handling certification
BENEFITS
We offer competitive salary with on-call and call-back compensation. Opportunity to work in a unique and beautiful island environment. Flexible scheduling.
CIH is an equal opportunity employer
Per diem with On-Call and Call-Back
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