Clinical Lab Scientist Per Diem Day

Pay rate type: Hourly
Salary range (depending on experience): $62.50 - $62.50

About the role

Reporting to the CLS Lead, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist is a Licensed Medical Technologist whose primary responsibility is to perform laboratory testing on patient samples. In this capacity the CLS performs the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing and is responsible for quality control, equipment maintenance, and all reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Processes samples and performs the required sample transport, accessioning, and pre-analytical processing.
• Performs all aspects of laboratory testing according to standard operating procedures to include pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases.
• Demonstrates the required skill set to solve most problems and handles difficult situations with little or no supervision.
• Has the written and oral communicative abilities adequate to comprehend technical material and communicate with medical professionals.
• Adheres to the required quality control set up and review.
• Maintains a level of understanding for quality control requirements for review and approval prior to patient sample testing.
• Performs the required equipment maintenance based on bench assignment within specified timeframes and maintains accurate and complete documentation.
• Takes the initiative for equipment maintenance log replacement as needed.
• Demonstrates the required competency with instrument/equipment operation. Able to troubleshoot and follow through with service repair to ensure the instrument is functioning in a timely manner.
• Adheres to the required documentation when using supplies.
• Performs parallel testing as required.
• Assists with ordering, labeling, and putting supplies away—demonstrates self-direction with inventory management.
• Maintains an organized and clean work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1 year clinical laboratory experience
• CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

One year clinical laboratory experience, including internship experience, may be considered.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proficient with computers