Clinical Laboratory Scientist (3rd Shift)

About the role

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
• Conduct diagnostic testing on Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology specimens.
• Audit reagent and supply inventories to prevent shortages and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate to evaluate new techniques, perform comparative studies, and determine new guidelines.
• Support laboratory operations for the NIH Clinical Center Special Clinical Studies Unit (SCSU) if selected.
• Execute and log all quality control measures, instrument calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Handle and ship biohazardous specimens in accordance with established safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Manage and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and reagents, initiating corrective actions promptly.
• Document and communicate instances of instrument downtime, corrective actions, and quality control issues.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues affecting testing and reporting; document all corrective measures and escalate issues to appropriate staff when necessary.
• Consult and communicate with medical personnel regarding specimen collection protocols, actively resolving any documentation or specimen integrity issues.
• Validate control data prior to releasing patient results to guarantee clinical accuracy and strict quality standards.
• Manage and prioritize daily laboratory tasks to align with patient needs and operational demands.
• Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Adhere to established protocols and laboratory policies whenever testing systems deviate from acceptable performance ranges.
• Execute and log all quality control measures, instrument calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Collaborate to evaluate new techniques, perform comparative studies, and determine new guidelines.
• Uphold regulatory standards by actively participating in inspection preparations and maintaining compliance with all accrediting agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of TWO (2) years of experience working in a clinical hospital laboratory.
• Physical capability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination for precision laboratory work.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Superior analytical, organizational, and time-management capabilities in high-pressure environments.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Full availability and willingness to work the 3rd (overnight) shift.
• Tour of duty will include rotating holidays and potential for weekend and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Preferred fields of study: Life Science, Medical Technology, or a related discipline.
• ASCP (or equivalent) certification, strongly preferred.
• Proven Generalist experience spanning clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Hematology is highly desired.

Skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a small team and demonstrate flexibility in providing coverage when needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or supplies weighing 10 to 30 pounds.