CLS/Research Associate - Aria Diognostics - San Jose, CA

Aria Diagnostics is a privately funded biotechnology company developing non-invasive prenatal tests.  The company is utilizing molecular biology techniques to offer pregnant women a better option than current prenatal testing.  Aria Diagnostics plan to develop a simple blood test that provides pregnant women with information on the health of their baby early in pregnancy.  The company is headquartered in San Jose, CA

Position:  Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Research Associate

Overview::

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist/RA is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory testing on patient specimens, interpreting and reporting patient results, performing quality control and quality assurance procedures and complying with all applicable local, state and federal laboratory requirements.  The high conplexity nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules and the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Principal responsibilities include:

• Perform laboratory tests, procedures and analyses according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures
• Perform, review and document laboratory quality control procedures
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Prepare reagents required for laboratory testing
• Review, interpret and report patient results
• Independently identify and troubleshoot basic problems that adversely affect test performance
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and non-laboratory personnel
• Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer
• Assist with final development of protocol and processes for a Laboratory Developed Test and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

We seek an individual with a successful track record who must be comfortable with a start-up environment.  The ideal candidate:

• Must possess a valid California CLS license, generalist preferred
• Completion of a CLS training program at an accredited institution or clinical laboratory work experience within the last five years
• Possess working knowledge of local, state and federal laboratory regulations
• Computer skills a must, automation skills preferred
• Ability to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance
• Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers as needed
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
• Able to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks
• High volume laboratory experience preferred
• Training in molecular biology techniques preferred

Reporting:  Reports to the Clinical Lab Supervisor

Compensation:  Attractive salary, equity, and benefits package

Please send cover letter and resume to dpuckett@ariadx.com

Various CLS Positions throughout CA - Sutter Health

There are a number of positions available through SutterHealth.  See their job search tool at:

https://sutterhealth.taleo.net/careersection/sh/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en&radiusType=M&radius=1&searchExpanded=true&CFID=150252792&CFTOKEN=67727968&jsessionid=7e3064b980da7e27201cTR

CLS II - Verinata Health, Redwood City, CA

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (CLS II)

Artemis Health is an early-stage company dedicated to the development of non-invasive prenatal diagnostic tests.
Our mission is to develop diagnostic tests that provide women, their families and healthcare providers with accurate
and timely information about fetal and maternal health. We do this by developing and commercializing non-invasive
and accurate prenatal diagnostic tests for use in early pregnancy, for all women.

Our company is located in Redwood City, CA. We are looking for talented people with proven skills in their discipline
who enjoy working in a collaborative environment to further advances in maternal and fetal health care. This
opportunity to work within a small entrepreneurial team offers tremendous growth opportunities, with competitive
benefits and compensation.

We are seeking a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (licensed) who is highly motivated to join our efforts in
processing maternal blood and performing genetic analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for testing and reporting clinical laboratory results used to aide physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients
• Selection, implementation, and evaluation of results for Quality Control materials used in statistical process control of laboratory assays
• Troubleshooting assays and equipment for which QC materials fail to perform adequately
• Participation in activities required to support all necessary licensure for the clinical laboratory, including quality management functions and on-site inspections of the laboratory
• Responsibility for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of the methods employed in the laboratory and the use of the resulting information by physicians through continuing education activities

Requirements:

• B.S. in medical technology, or biological sciences with a curriculum meeting national testing personnel standards
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license in categories appropriate for the area of testing performed 
• 2-5 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting involving molecular pathology and/or nucleic acid analysis
• Excellent communication, teamwork player, organizational and time management skills are essential

Interested parties should apply to https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=535171

Verinata Health, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

CLS - Growing Molecular IVD Company - SF Bay Area

I am actively looking for a CLS for a rapidly growing molecular IVD company in the Bay Area. Please let me know if anyone comes to mind.  Your help is greatly appreciated!

 

**We are the only recruiting firm that my client works with.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist:

Responsibilities: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory testing on patient specimens, interpreting and

reporting patient results, performing quality control and quality assurance procedures and complying with all applicable local, state and federal laboratory

requirements. The high complexity nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multi

task and be flexible with tasks and schedules and the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Principal responsibilities include:

                                              ·         Perform laboratory tests, procedures and analyses according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures.

·         Perform, review and document laboratory quality control procedures.

·         Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

·         Prepare reagents required for laboratory testing.

·         Review, interpret and report patient results.

·         Independently identify and troubleshoot basic problems that adversely affect test performance.

·         Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer

·         Assist with final development of protocol and processes for a Laboratory Developed Test and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements: We seek an individual with a successful track record who must be comfortable with a start-up environment. 

The ideal candidate will have:

                                    •         Must possess a valid California CLS license, generalist preferred.

•      Completion of a CLS training program at an accredited institution or clinical laboratory work experience within the last five years.

•         Possess working knowledge of local, state and federal laboratory regulations.

•         Computer skills a must, automation skills preferred.

•         Ability to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance.

•      Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers as needed.

•      Must communicate effectively with coworkers and non-laboratory personnel

•         Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.

•         Able to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality.

•         Ability to work as part of a team.

•         Ability to perform repetitive tasks.

•         High volume laboratory experience preferred.

•         Training in molecular biology techniques preferred.

Sincerely,

Matt Talmadge, SF Bay Area Medical Consultant

Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical Affairs

APT Medical Consulting

(253) 853-3707x102

www.aptmedical.com

CLS -- Swing/Graveyard Shift (2 Positions)

Natera (formerly known as Gene Security Network) is a growing molecular diagnostics company that helps families have healthy kids. We have developed a proprietary bioinformatics technology (Parental Support) to deliver accurate and comprehensive high throughput testing for reproductive indications from tiny quantities of child DNA – as small as that from a single cell. Natera operates a CLIA laboratory in Redwood City, CA, providing a host of preconception and prenatal genetic testing services based on Parental Support. Test offerings include pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, used by IVF doctors to detect chromosomal abnormalities or inherited genetic conditions and select embryos most likely to result in a healthy pregnancy; products of conception testing, used by obstetricians to rapidly analyze products of conception following miscarriage in order to understand the cause; and non-invasive prenatal diagnosis, currently under clinical trial, to detect fetal chromosomal anomalies in the first trimester using a standard blood draw from the mother.

Job Description

• Analyze clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures
• Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition, recognize any malfunctions and troubleshoot as needed
• Verify the proper specimen being analyzed for patients and perform correct tests that need to be completed
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data
• Complete routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment
• Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of the methods employed in the laboratory
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through documentation, audits, and corrective action
• Perform Quality Control tests on new incoming shipments of raw materials
• Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices
• Perform other tasks as specified by the manage/director

Qualifications:

• Current California CLS license (or in process of gaining CLS license)
• Minimum of 1-4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment (Recent graduates are encouraged to apply; will train on molecular techniques)
• BS/BA degree in Medical Technology or related field
• Must have proven interpersonal, communication, computer, and technical skills
• Molecular Biology experience is preferred

Part-Time CLS Job Opportunity

 No information on where position is.  Daniel Brinkley works with On Assignment Healthcare in San Bruno, CA.

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Currently, I have a client seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist for part-time employment, totaling 32 hours per week. Finally, I would like to post the job opportunity in your department, so new graduates can seek the opportunity.

The hours for the position  are 11:30am - 8pm and every other weekend from 7am 3:30pm for a total of 64 hours every two weeks. Also, candidates should be able to work in a hospital setting and work in all areas of the lab; including the Blood Bank

Daniel Brinkley

Account Executive

On Assignment, Inc.

t: (650) 866-3386

c:(650) 350-9531

f: (866) 860-5896

Daniel.Brinkley@onassignment.com

www.onassignment.com

CLS - Kaiser Sacramento

There are several positions currently open at the Kaiser Sacramento Clinical Laboratory.  All of these positions would be great for a new CLS grad, and all of them offer medical, dental, prescription, and eye care benefits to the employee, their spouse, and all dependents.  Kaiser is a great place to work with the highest quality of care in the industry.  

The current starting pay for new CLSs with NO experience is just over $40/hour with an additional $6.10/hour for working the night shift (graveyards-10:45pm to 7:15am).  Since this is a union environment, step raises would occur every year for the first 4 years and with each new contract (every 3 years).  These raises are about $2/hour the first year and at least a $1/ hour thereafter.  The new hires also receive paid vacation and sick time in addition to retirement benefits.  The starting pay for those with experience of 1 year or more is, of course, incrementally higher.  

We also have at least 5 CLSs retiring over the next year, so there will be plenty of opportunities to take those positions, if a new grad already has a current position with us.  All CLS schedules work on a 4 week rotating basis. There are also lots of extra shifts always available should a CLS want to work more hours, since there are always CLSs off on vacation.  The list of current openings with hours are: 

20 hour night shift CLS (shift starts @2245 the day before the scheduled day, i.e. Sunday shift starts @10:45pm Saturday) 

Week 1 & 3 Su, Mo      (This schedule is a work 5 days, off 9 days type of schedule.  A great opportunity to pick up more shifts.)         

Week 2 & 4 Th, F, Sa 

20 hour night shift CLS (This schedule is a work 5 days, off  9 days type of schedule.  A great opportunity to pick up more shifts.) 

Week 1 & 3 Sa 

Week 2 & 4 Su, Mo, Tu, Wed 

40 hour night shift CLS 

Weeks 1,2,3,4 Su-Th 

Let me know, if you have any questions.  I would be happy to help with any relocation concerns, as I'm a Sacramento native. 

Leslie Carroll-Tipton, CLS
Operations Supervisor
Clinical Laboratory
Phone 916-973-7476
Pager 916-815-6409

Leslie.Carrolltipton@kp.org