CLS - University of Southern California

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Requisition ID 1005728
Position ID P01466188

Academic Title Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Department Pathology
Location Health Sciences Campus
Employment Type FullTime
Percent of time for Parttime
Position
Employment Terms Existing
Hiring Range $28.27 - $38.00

Job Announcement The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest
private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be
a part of a worldclass research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,”
which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university
what it is.

This Clinical Research Scientist will split his/her time as needed between
performing basic immunohistochemistry and fluorescence in situ hybridization
(FISH) on breast (or other) cancer specimens to evaluate prognostic factors
and/or predictive factors AND performing molecular biology procedures (such as
attached list). This Clinical Research Scientist must be capable of assisting other
technical personnel with their projects; and be prepared to adapt new methods to
specific research needs. We will train any employee who does not already
possess knowledge of the methods involved.

1. Western Blotting
2. Cell Culture
3. DNA Sequence Analysis
4. PCR
5. Nucleic Acid Extraction (DNA& RNA)
6. Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
7. Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
8. Immunoprecipitation

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed
to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial
and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to
apply.

Job Category Laboratory and Research
FLSA NonExempt

• Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum Experience 1 year
• Minimum Field of Expertise Valid California License — Clinical Lab Technologist, biological sciences.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Preferred Education B.S.
• Preferred Experience
• Preferred Field of Expertise Biology, Molecular Biology

Additional Information
Special Instructions to Applicants

1. Comes to work in a timely fashion and performs job related functions without coercion.
2. Is expected to raise any problems or concerns with the principal investigator in a timely fashion.
3. Accept direction in work environment without resistance.
4. Is expected to communicate effectively and report progress on a frequent basis (daily).
5. Assume other responsibilities as needed without resistance.
6. Be willing to work additional hours in emergency situations to meet deadlines.
7. Maintain all laboratory records as specified by principal investigator.

Quicklink for Posting http://jobs.usc.edu/postings/63283

Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
Optional Documents
1. Cover Letter

Molecular Technologist - Healthcare

Allied Search Partners

Molecular Technologist -Healthcare Sciences  (Molecular)

Allied Search Partners is the national expert of laboratory recruitment. We are looking for experienced molecular professional to fill a Molecular Technologist role located in Sacramento, CA. Founded in 2008, Allied Search Partners is a contingent recruitment firm specializing in the placement of talented laboratory professionals at hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare facilities across the nation.

Taking the right step requires the right opportunity, Allied Search Partners can help! Our talent management professionals know what it takes to advance your career. Our highly skilled recruiters treat each candidate with compassion and dignity. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in the healthcare sciences field as a laboratory technologist, we want to talk to you!

Molecular Technologist  - Healthcare Sciences (Molecular)

For a complete list of current Allied Search Partners openings Nationwide please go to:http://www.jobs.net/jobs/alliedsearchpartners/en-us/

Position: Molecular Laboratory Technologist

Location: Sacramento, CA

Schedule: Full Time/Permanent 4am-Noon Monday-Friday

To Apply:

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

Please Note:

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

6.     Please Note: Forwarding your resume by way of fax, email or applying to our online job posting or replying with your resume to a job announcement acknowledges the fact that you are allowing Allied Search Partners to represent your resume for said position and gives Allied Search Partners consent to send your resume to our client for said position, also understanding that further communication may or may not be initiated at the time of resume submission by Allied Search Partners.

Description:

The Clinical Laboratory Technologist I works under general supervision and is responsible for complex laboratory procedures and handling all types of specimens submitted to the department for processing tasks assigned. This is the entry level in Technologist job category.  Employees in this position perform a full range of Laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures.

Job Responsibilities

·    Performs clinical laboratory tests proficiently in the department under general supervision, and exercises independent judgment in the specialty assigned

·    Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintains accurate and complete records of all testing performed on-site

·    Maintains records that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens

·    Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing, prepares clinical specimens for testing and identifies specimen related problems according to established SOP guidelines.

·    Analyzes specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOP’s)

·    Reviews, releases test results and follows department’s procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to the interpreting physician per department SOP

·    Performs and documents Quality Control on reagents, equipment and assays. Recognizes and acts on QC failures by consultation or follow-up with the department Supervisor or Lead technologist regarding courses of action taken to achieve resolution

·     Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications

·    Assists the department in ensuring an efficient workflow operation by reporting existing problems, i.e. problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment and supplies that may cause significant delay on the workflow process to the department Lead, Supervisor or Director

·    Prepare stock solutions, reagents and cocktails used in the laboratory as per established SOP’s.  Tests and evaluates them based on standard criteria and documents all observed results

·    Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents, solutions, and supplies

·    Helps maintain acceptable productivity, TAT and workflow

·    Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required

·    Demonstrates initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback

·    Attends monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings

• May assist in validation processes through documentation and development of procedural operations for new tests or new lots following manufacturer’s guidelines and/or established department SOP’s
• May be delegated the task of training other staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures and/or instruments
• May participate in reviewing training checklists to reflect current laboratory procedures

•  Promptly and courteously answers the phone and assists clients and other departments with their inquiries.
• May serve as the Safety Officer

·    Perform other duties as assigned by department Supervisor/Manager or Lead technologist

·      Achieves desired level of competency and accuracy for the main department processes and responsibilities of assigned position, as defined in established SOP’s, within 6 months

·      Meets or exceeds productivity expectations

·      Reports quality results with limited errors

·      Maintains satisfactory results on all department specific competency assessments

·      Works productively and efficiently to achieve company and departmental goals

·      Communicates effectively with all levels of staff

Molecular Technologist - Healthcare Sciences (Molecular)

Job Requirements

·      Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology from an accredited college or university preferred OR Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least one year of laboratory experience/training/training course

·      One to three years equivalent experience (high complexity testing) preferred

·      Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Molecular License

Molecular Technologist - Healthcare Sciences (Molecular)

Connecting the Right Talent to the Right Organization!

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Melissa Owens 

President, Laboratory Staffing

Allied Search Partners

www.linkedin.com/in/melissaphelan/

http://www.alliedsearchpartners.com

T: 888.388.7571 ext. 102

F: 888.388.7572

CLS - Veracyte - Full time & Per Diem

Veracyte has two positions open for new or experienced CLSs!  Veracyte is a diagnostics company pioneering the field of molecular cytology to improve patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs. 

Per Diem CLS: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/veracyte-bfe5e543/clinical-laboratory-scientist-per-diem-8a9ee108?widgetlink=1

Full time CLS: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/veracyte-bfe5e543/clinical-laboratory-scientist-f5f35ba9?widgetlink=1

2 CLS Positions - UCSF Mission Bay

From our former student Katrina:

We recently had an opening come up on our night shift, and thought you could forward this to anyone graduating or currently looking for jobs. We also have a per diem position available as well, which says 20% but would definitely be more than that. Thanks in advance, and I hope the program is still going strong!

UCSF Mission Bay CLS Position - Nights

UCSF Mission Bay CLS Position - Per Diem

CLS - Chico

CLS - Chico CA

Mangrove Medical Lab & XRAY, Chico CA, seeks a full time Clinical Laboratory Scientist to conduct specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results in accordance with laboratory procedures. Maintain records of testing samples, analyze specimens using approved testing procedures. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines, adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document quality control activities.

Responsible for leadership and supervision of all laboratory employees.  Perform annual employee competencies.  Keep laboratory policies and procedure manual up to date and compliant with state and federal regulations. 

Qualified applicant qualifications:

• Possess a valid Clinical Lab Scientist license issued by the California State Department of Health (Laboratory Field Services)
• MUST HAVE minimum of 5 years’ experience as a licensed Clinical Scientist
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of all aspects of the laboratory

Mangrove Medical Lab & XRAY operates Monday through Thursday 8 AM – 5 PM and Fridays 8 AM to 2 PM.  No nights, weekends or holidays! We offer a full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, and life paid 100% by the organization.  We have a generous personal time off policy in the first year and offer a 401(k) plan after the completion of 1 year and 1000 hours of work

.

To apply, please send a COVER LETTER and RESUME tommgmed1040@gmail.com.  
No phone calls will be accepted.

CLS - Sunnyvale

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST

Sunnyvale, CA

Cellmax Life is a startup focused on blood based biomarkers in cancer. We are looking
for a CLS for our Next Generation Sequencing laboratory. Applicants must possess a
current California CLS license at time of hiring. Both full-time and per-diem positions are
available.



Upon hiring, the candidate will be responsible for processing samples, developing
SOPs, and performing validation testing for tests currently under development. This is a
unique opportunity to learn exciting new technologies at a small, fun company.

Experience in Next Generation Sequencing is not required.

We offer competitive salary and benefits. Apply by emailing a resume and cover letter to

jobs@cellmaxlife.com.

CLS - El Camino Los Gatos - Part time (0.8)

Clin Lab Scientist II 

- Department: Lab - Hemo, Micro, Chem-LG 
- El Camino Hospital-Los Gatos Campus, Los Gatos, CA - Part time: 0.8 
- 10:30 pm - 7:00 am 
- Nights 

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory testing that provides laboratory information to physicians and other healthcare professionals for the diagnosis and treatment of their patients.  The Clinical Laboratory Scientist follows the Laboratory's written policies and procedures in order to safely perform testing, ensure the quality of that testing, and train CLS student interns and new CLS employees. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist may also assist in the evaluation and selection of laboratory instrumentation, in process improvement projects, in maintaining laboratory accreditation, and in providing expertise in other areas that are consistent with the CLS scope of practice. This position is 8-hour shifts on nights.  Main shift hours are 10:30 pm - 7:00 am; however, must be available to work all shift (days, evenings, nights, weekends, various shifts as needed.  Must be available to work weekends on a rotational basis and holidays as needed.  This is an enterprise position.  Will be expected, as needed, to accept work assignments across departments or El Camino Hospital campuses (Mountain View and Los Gatos) or locations within a 15-mile radius.

This position may be filled by a CLS I or II depending on the applicant's experience and qualifications.

Baccalaureate degree in clinical laboratory science, or equivalent. Valid California license for Clinical Laboratory Scientist. MT(ASCP) certification, or equivalent, recommended. Experience strongly preferred.  If required to drive to other sites, valid California Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance. 

Link to the position.

If interested, you can reply or contact pete_patron@elcaminohospital.orgdirectly.