Two Permanent CLS Positions - Palo Alto, CA

Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Technical Supervisor
Master's or PhD required with a Chemistry background.
Have at least 2 years of laboratory training or experience in high complexity testing for the specialty of chemistry
CA CLS License is required
6-8 years of Commercial lab experience.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Testing Personnel
Bachelor's Degree
CA CLS License is required
Work in the CLIA lab running gene expression assays
Write/review SOPs
Meet quality standards to demonstrate expected assay performance
Must be willing to work weekends
Commercial Lab experience compared to hospital experience is preferred
Shift hours are: 12pm-8pm or 3pm-11pm

Contact:
CaShante Sledge Pre-Clinical/Scientific Recruiter
CLINFORCE, LLC
4815 Emperor Blvd., Suite 300 Durham, NC 27703
(919)-433-3859
800-964-2877 ext. 33859
866-941-1400 Fax
www.clinforce.com
cjackson@clinforce.com

Medical Technologist - West Virginia

Great Medical Technologist:
Medical Technologist position with a hospital recently recognized as being #1 in West Virginia. This hospital is part of one of the leading health care providers in the region Their state of the art technology allows them to offer a full spectrum of convenient health services. It's perfectly situated in a great mountain community in West Virginia offering 4 seasons of outdoor activities and a safe environment to raise a family. Qualified candidates must be MLS/ MT (ASCP) certified and have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Science or Medical Technology. New grads are encouraged to apply. My client is offering a competitive compensation package, shift & weekend differential and excellent benefits (relocation assistance provided when necessary).

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunities or opportunities in a certain geographic location please reply with an updated resume and let me know when a good time to reach you is.

If this is not the right fit for you please let me know who you can recommend and give me an idea of what types of positions you'd be interested in hearing about in the future. I cover the entire US and have am working on Lab positions at all levels. We offer a very generous referral bonus for anyone you refer to us that we place into any position across the country.

To view some additional opportunities please visit our website at www.ka-recruiting.com.

Sincerely,

KC Carpenter
K.A. Recruiting, Inc.
10 Post Office Square, 8th Floor South
Boston, MA 02109
P: (617) 692-2949
F: (617) 507-8009
kc@ka-recruiting.com
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Part Time - Palo Alto Medical Foundation - Main Lab

My name is Cara Kent and I am a graduate of the San Jose State CLS program. I am currently working at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Main Lab in Palo Alto. I wanted to make you aware that there will soon be a part time position available here at the Main Lab. It is a minimum 20 hour week position with the definite possibility of more hours that includes full benefits. If students are interested in a generalist type position I encourage them to apply.

When the job is posted in can be found using the following link....

http://www.pamf.org/jobs/jobsearch/ and searching for Clinical Laboratory Scientist. I encourage anyone interested to apply, even the class scheduled to graduate in Sept. It doesn't hurt for them to contact the Lab Manager, Mike Lee, if they are really interested.

CLS - Fresno

Highlighted Job Opportunity:

I am currently working with a client in Fresno County. My client is looking for a qualified Clinical Laboratory Scientst with valid CA license. My client is looking for a candidate to work on their evening shift, Sunday through Thursday. The ideal candidate will have experience as a generalist including experience with blood bank. This client offers a very competitive base salary/hourly rate, shift differentials, and an outstanding benefits and retirement package.

Below is a list of some of the other opportunities we are currently working on. If you do not see an opening in a location in which you live or would like to live, please send me an email me a copy of your resume and let me know where you would be interested in a job. I will then tailor a search for you that is completely confidential and free to candidates.

Current Laboratory Opportunities in CA:

Los Angeles - Medical Technologist - any shift
Oakland, CA - Laboratory Supervisor - 3rd shift
Los Angeles - Immungenetics/HLA Supervisor
Los Angeles - Molecular Genetics CLS
Los Angeles - Molecular Biotech CLS
Los Angeles - Blood Bank Tech - all shifts
San Francisco - Blood Bank Technologist (SBB)
East Bay, CA - Transfusion Manager (SBB)
Los Angeles - Cytogenetics Technologist
East Bay, CA - Microbiology CLS
Palm Springs, CA - CLS Generalist with micro experience - 1st shift
Los Angeles - Mycobateriology CLS
San Fernando Valley - Micro CLS - 2nd or 3rd shift
Anywhere in CA - LIS Analyst (must have cerner millenium pathnet experience)

If you're interested in learning more about these opportunities or opportunities in a certain geographic location please reply with an updated resume and let me know when a good time to reach you is.

To view some additional opportunities please visit our website at https://epsilon.science.sjsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ka-recruiting.com/.
Sincerely,

Alisha (Taylor) Dynan, Founder
K.A. Recruiting, Inc.
Your Partner in Healthcare Recruiting
10 Post Office Square 8th Floor SOUTH
Boston, MA 02109
P: (617) 692-2949
F: (617) 507-8009
alisha@ka-recruiting.com
https://epsilon.science.sjsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ka-recruiting.com/

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