Overseas Opportunities: Medical Laboratory Scientists

I just ran across this in the recent ASCLS newsletter:

Overseas Opportunities: Medical Laboratory Scientists

U.S. Department of State: Live and work abroad, administering tests and procedures that aid in the medical care of U.S. diplomats and their families.careers.state.gov/MLS13

CLS - Quest Diagnostics, Sacramento, CA

Are you looking for an opportunity to work for a world renowned clinical laboratory?  We have the perfect job for you!  Our Sacramento laboratory is hiring!

Job Opening Departments:
Multiple departments and hiring 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift

Job Summary
Reports to Laboratory Supervisor or Laboratory Manager.  Under limited supervision incumbent(s) will use their training in medical technology to perform clinical lab testing and/or other scientific examinations.  Required to work independent of immediate supervision and assume the initiative for prompt and accurate performance of tests with appropriate documentation and proper notification of abnormal results.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelors of Science degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited college or university
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• A current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license to perform laboratory testing
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• Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting
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• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills such as word processing, statistical analysis, and laboratory information system

Quest Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

Contact:
Please email resume directly to Marisa Stubbs, senior staffing specialist, at
Marissa.S.Stubbs@questdiagnostics.com or call 818-737-6337

Clinical Lab Scientist II - Brisbane, CA

Description: Founded in 2000, the company is a molecular diagnostics company based in Brisbane, CA, USA.

It applies modern genomics technologies to the development of molecular diagnostic assays that
translate a patient's immune status into clinically actionable information.

This diagnostics company has one marketed product and other products under development. The
proprietary molecular expression technology used by the company to develop testing for heart
transplant patient management may be applicable to the post-transplant management of recipients
of other organs. The application of gene expression testing to other diseases that involve the activity
of the immune system, such as autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases, is also being
explored.

Benefits - The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health Care Coverage
Medical (choice of PPO or HMO)
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
Pre-tax dollars set aside by employees to be used later as personal reimbursement eligible medical-
related and dependent-care expenses
Life Insurance
Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan
Stock Options
Paid Vacations and Holidays
Health Club Membership Subsidy
Transportation Assistance
Shuttle service from Caltrain and Bart stations
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Opportunity to have fun and socialize with your colleagues
Company-sponsored events that help us give back to our community
Sponsored events

Culture - Life at this company is shaped by our corporate values:

Pioneering: We are dedicated to developing innovative products that have a lasting impact on medicine.
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards for conducting business. We are committed and accountable to the values of honesty, trust and respect.
People development: The people grow through mentoring, opportunities for career development and
professional advancement.
Community: We believe that with success comes the ongoing responsibility to improve the community.
Balance: We encourage a balanced, healthy and safe environment rooted in diversity, fellowship and
fun.
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The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (CLS II) performs testing in the CLIA-certified Reference
laboratory, participates in quality control and quality assurance activities, and performs testing for
special research and development studies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Handle and process patient samples, analyze test results, prepare reports and maintain records of test results.
• May be required to accession samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to facilitate sample throughput.
• Comply with quality control policies and document QC activities including instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI).
• Learn to identify problems that may affect test performance or results and, following established protocols, correct problems or escalate to Clinical Laboratory Manager, technical supervisor, clinical consultant or lab director.
• Identify test systems that deviate from acceptable performance specifications and follow established policies and procedures to correct operation.
• Learn to document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Learn to teach/train policy, methods and techniques to new employees; may perform inservice and competency testing of employees.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Held California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license for over 1 year
• BS/BA in a biology-related science
• 1+ years experience performing high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including working with databases and Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels as well as customers and vendors.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real-time PCR, etc.) highly desirable
• Experience in immunology, microbiology or related fields preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated understanding of a disease with complex treatment algorithms
• Recent phlebotomy experience desired

CONTACT:

Lili Serrano

Business Account Manager  |  Zelos Technical Staffing & Engineering Services  |   lili.serrano@zelos.com 

Direct: 650 462 1696 Ext. 111  |   Main: 650 462 1696  |  F: 650 968 4001

www.zelos.com  |   Certified: WOSB, WMBE

Director of Laboratory Services - Ventura CA

Position Title:  Director of Laboratory Services

Schedule: Full Time/Permanent

Location: Ventura, CA area

To apply:  Please send resume to Brannon@alliedsearchpartners.com or fax to      888 388 7572.  No other information about the location or name of facility is given at this time.

Things to remember:

1.     We are a staffing agency and conduct searches confidentially for our clients either at their request or to protect our resources involved in locating talent.  In order to facilitate this we must submit a resume to HR.

2.     Your resume will only be sent over for the position in this job description

3.     Our job is to connect talented individuals such as your self with top notch labs

4.     Full disclosure will be given once HR has requested an interview

5.     We do not send your information to current or past employers nor do we send your information to anywhere you request that it not be sent

Summary:

In keeping with core values of this organization Director of Laboratory services oversees the daily activities of the laboratory.

Must also have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be an effective leader and team member. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relations with departments, Medical Staff, Co-workers and the ability to negotiate conflict resolution and work with cross-functional teams. Must have the ability to apply current management principles and practices, including personnel administration. Must have the ability to problem-solve in a proactive manner. Ability to achieve results for the organization with and through other people utilizing creative and innovative solutions.

Requirements:

CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

Managed over 100 FTE's for 2+ Years

An excellent leader that knows how to strategically think and lead

Bachelors Degree in Science required

Extensive knowledge of principles; procedures; and techniques of the clinical laboratory analysis, laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Relocation Assistance is offered!

CLS - PMs - Modesto

I have an opening for a 7 on 7 off overnight CLS (Clinical Lab Scientist) in Modesto, CA. The position is from 9 pm - 7:30 am Wed-Tues.  Large hospital ready to start the interview process immediately.  Anyone interested, please forward me a copy of resume.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Laboratory Director and Technical Supervisors, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist is
responsible for correctly performing technical procedures and Quality Control in the Clinical Lab, operating
and maintaining instrumentation and taking steps necessary to assure accurate reports, performing
phlebotomy and clerical tasks and other tasks as needed.

Qualifications
CA CLS license
Hospital Experience

Contact:
Benjamin Budhu
HOTRXJOBS
661-257-8588 x 100
310-710-4264 cell
855-297-5437 fax
ben@hotrxjobs.com