Location: Southern Orange County, CA
Schedule: All Shifts/Departments Available
To apply: Please send resume via fax or email to Staffmail2@stafficons.com or 201-986-7444.
No other information can be disclosed about the facility or location at this time.
Requirements
A Bachelors of Science degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
A current California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license to perform laboratory testing.
Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting
Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills such as word processing, statistical analysis, and laboratory information system.
Functions/Duties:
- Independently performs consistently moderate and somewhat complex clinical tests. Exhibits skills and proficiency in applying technical principles and techniques of medical technology.
- Prepares and tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
- Performs test calibrations and runs Quality Control material at appropriate intervals.
- Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
- Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
- Accurately enters results of testing. Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
- Evaluates the acceptability of routine analysis prior to releasing patient reports. Takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
- Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment and properly documenting actions taken based on approved schedule.
- Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks. Performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required.
- Performs Q/C and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results, to decide whether tests should be reported. Reports any shifts or trends to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II or Supervisor.
- Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
- Recognizes problems, and initiates troubleshooting steps to evaluate testing failures and other problems, if necessary. Notifies the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer for additional assistance or field service support, if required.
- Monitors and maintains a consistent supply of reagents and consumables.
- Promptly and courteously answers the phone and assists clients and other departments.
- Maintains a safe and neat work area.
- Maintains a cooperative working relationship with co-workers.
- Provides on-going technical guidance to laboratory assistants, laboratory associates, and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Instructs and/or trains new employees in the proper performance of routine procedures.
- Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education activities.
- Follows established company and department policies and procedures. Follows the guidelines for safety, environmental, and infection control.
- Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
- Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary.
Jennifer Basedow
Executive Recruiter
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staffmail2@stafficons.com
Cell: (201)-572-9072
Office: (201)-986-7888
Fax: (201)-986-7444
