20 Permanent Opportunities for CLS - Valencia, CA

Our staffing firm currently has 20 permanent opportunities for CLS’s. All are located in Valencia,CA (Southern California). Great pay and benefits.

Please see a brief job description below.

DEPARTMENTS HIRING:
Special Chemistry- Needs at least 2 years of active lab experience and knowledge of chemistry procedures especially in HPLC, GCMS, and LCMS area. Also, good pippeting skills and computer skills.

Thermo- LCMSMS- Needs a chemistry background and LCMS knowledge is highly preferred.

Molecular Biology- Needs at least 2 years of experience as a CLS. Prior experience in Molecular based assays preferred.

Automation- Needs some CLS experience and previous Immunochemistry experience highly preferred.

Microbiology- Needs Microbiology/serology experience, preferred EIA, parasitology, serology, DNA, probes, Mycology and Bacteriology. Previous experience in esoteric test offerings. Some knowledge of LIS, Excel, Word.

Contact:

Giti Ben-Abraham
District Manager
Kelly Scientific Resources
21300 Victory Blvd., Ste. 1190
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Telephone: 818-716-4520 Fax: 818-676-1209

Molecular Technical Lab Supervisor

Job Responsibilities/Department description:

• Reviews test performance, drive process and provide project management.
• Resolve problems with clients, and other departments. Interface with the pathologists for technical issues and case sign out.
• Identify the future needs of the laboratory with respect to equipment, process and staff. Coordinate R & D activities as they relate to Operations.
• Conduct validations, and technical troubleshooting of assays and processes.
• Facilitate the transfer of current assays from R & D to Operations, and the introduction of new Molecular assays to the Los Angeles location.
• Perform assays and make decisions that require the comparison and evaluation of possible courses of conduct and the consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion.
• Provide oversight of multiple areas of the Molecular Lab Operations.
• Responsible for the scheduling and supervision of non-exempt lab personnel, including planning, assigning, and directing work in the laboratory.
• Mentor and support direct reports through training; define, coordinate and monitor quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee appropriate staffing levels in the laboratory through effective interviewing, hiring, and training; provide direction through performance development.
• Develop an annual budget and manage department costs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well individually and in a team environment are required. Ability to interact with other areas of clinical operations such as Pathology, Quality Control and Development departments are also required.

Basic Requirements :

• A Bachelor's degree in Science, Molecular Biology, Biology, Medical Technology or other related area is required.
• CLS license (preferably in Molecular Biology) is required.
• 8 plus years of Clinical experience is a must.
• 3-5 years of management experience, and a record of achievement working in a clinical laboratory is required. Qualifications

Contact : Heath Herrington @ 203-439-7803heath@hobsonassoc.com

Laboratory Technologist (CLS) in CLIA Laboratory

The Laboratory Technologist (CLS) in this CLIA Laboratory is responsible for the processing of clinical specimens, performing testing and recording of test results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Laboratory Technologist will be accountable for the following activities:
Perform molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens, including expression array analysis
Follow the laboratory's standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, recording of test results
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
Perform all laboratory activities in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program
Engage in training and competency assessment
Perform proficiency testing for the clinical tests
Follow the laboratory's established policies
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
Attend and participate in the monthly quality assurance meetings
Participate in activities associated with regulatory compliance and inspections
Contribute to the safety of the laboratory operations
Be accountable for customer satisfaction and the quality of the testing services
Work cooperatively in a team environment supporting senior laboratory and management staff

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
B.A, B.S., M.A. or M.S. in chemical, physical, biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution
Minimum of two years clinical laboratory experience in molecular genetic testing (experience with Affymetrix expression array platforms, NuGEN reagents, and RNA analysis is a plus)
A current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license as a Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist

OTHER SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Excellent problem solving skills; demonstrated strength in tact and diplomacy with internal and external collaborators
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills

CONTACT HEATH HERRINGTON @ 203-439-7803 OR EMAIL HEATH@HOBSONASSOC.COM

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Chemistry Department) Night Shift (12:00am - 8:30am)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviewing results
• Releasing information into a computer
• Reviewing parameters
• Slide reviews
• Assessing results

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid CA CLS license
• Experience in Chemistry or a generalist with Chemistry experience
• Must have experience using one of the following instruments: (Olympus AU5400, Olympus AU600, Advia Centaur or Abbott Axsym) 2 years of experience preferred.
• Hands on internship with chemistry experience will be considered.
  

REQUIRED SKILLS:

§ MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
§ CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST


CONTACT:

Troy Watson
Recruiter
Aerotek Scientific LLC
2099 Gateway Place Suite 750
San Jose, CA 95110

408-367-6908 / twatson@aerotek.com