Tuesday, January 31, 2012

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

Thursday, January 12, 2012

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

Thursday, December 8, 2011

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
f: (866) 860-5896

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

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Entry Level CLS - Kaiser - Berkeley Regional Lab


Entry Level Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist/
Sr. Clinical Laboratory Scientist [BRK053](Job Number:  085431)
  At Kaiser Permanente Northern California, you’ll join a team of health advocates who 
share your passion for helping people. From our financial professionals and IT team 
members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care—we work together to 
help our members achieve their best level of wellness. And you’ll be inspired to do the 
same. Whether you dream of sailing the bay, hitting the slopes in the Sierras, hiking 
Yosemite, attending the opera, or strolling the vineyards, you’ll discover the cultural 
and recreational diversity that makes Northern California one of the most desirable 
places in the world to live and work. Northern California’s largest health plan, Kaiser 
Permanente provides you with the resources, scope, and opportunity you need to 
realize your goals. Come see for yourself.  

Description



Clinical Laboratory Scientist, (includes CLS Sr., CLS, and Entry Level CLS)
Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical,
analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health 
maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Enhances quality 
of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance 
protocols.

Essential Functions:
• Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that 
    the correct test is being performed.
• Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing.
• Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures 
    approved by the Laboratory Director or designee.
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
• Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine 
     reasonableness of test results.
• Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, 
     platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc.)
• Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments 
     and equipment according to established schedule and procedure.
• Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab 
     instruments and documents data.
• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.
• Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.
• Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory 
     practice.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Entry Level - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab 
     Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants 
     and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Sr. - Trains laboratory assistants, and other Clinical Laboratory
    Scientists, on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. Assist 
     with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the 
     Laboratory Quality Plan. Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and 
     general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations.

Qualifications



Basic Qualifications:
• Sr. CLS minimum 3 years of experience, CLS minimum 6 months of experience, Entry 
     Level CLS = none.

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience 
     may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
• Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/Valid Temporary California 
     State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License for entry level CLS.
• Computer application experience/proficiency preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
     Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, 
     clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining 
     agreement.

Primary Location

: California-Berkeley-Regional Lab - 1701 1701 Eastshore 

Scheduled Hours (1-40)

: 1 

Shift

: Variable 

Working Days

: On-Call 

Working Hours Start

: On-Call 

Working Hours End

: On-Call 

Schedule

: Call-in/On-Call 

Job Type

: Standard 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Employee Group

: ESC/IFPTE - Local 20 - Clinical Lab Scientists 

Job Level

: Individual Contributor 

Job

: Laboratory 

Public Department Name

: Microbiology (Bacteriology) 

Travel

: No 

Job Eligible for Benefits

: ESC/IFPTE - Local 20 - Clinical Lab Scientists 

 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.  We are proud to be an 
equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


Application Information:

http://kp.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=085431

CLS - Sutter Health, Davis, CA (Limited Term)


SDH-1109580    Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Clinical Laboratory - Limited Term (Full Time - Evenings)



MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Performs all aspects of laboratory testing in one or more sections of laboratory.
Principal Accountabilities
Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of test results and/or blood products by performing quality control testing, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
Performs analytic procedures, including testing of specimens and/or blood products, reviewing results and
interpreting results.
Performs post-analytic procedures, including result release/reporting, result correction/amendment, responding to inquiries, and specimen storage and retrieval.
Performs pre-analytic procedures, including test order entry, specimen collection, specimen processing and/or blood product handling.

                LIMITED TERM POSITION - 12 WEEKS

Qualifications


MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
Baccalaureate degree in Biology or a related science.  Must have current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License.

Experience:
Current experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in one or more sections of the laboratory is highly desirable.  Experience providing laboratory testing for similar patient populations (examples include pediatric, neonatal, oncology, perinatal and cardiac) is highly desirable. Experience working in a laboratory with a computerized laboratory information system is highly desirable.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of theory and test application of clinical chemistry, hematology/microscopy and coagulation are required.  Knowledge of tranfusion service and flow cytometry theory and test applications may be required if working in those areas.
Skills:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, multi-tasking and the ability to work with minimal supervision.  Must be able to work in a complex, fast-paced environment and take appropriate actions in challenging situations.

Primary Location

: California-Greater Sacramento Area-Davis

Organization

: Sutter Davis Hospital

Employee Status

: Limited Term

Accepted Applications

: All Candidate Applications Accepted

Employee Referral Bonus

: No

Benefits

: Yes    

Position Status

: Non-Exempt    

Union

: No

Job Shift

: Evening    

Shift Hours

- 8 Hour Shift

Days of the Week Scheduled

: Varied Days    

Shift Start Time

: 2:30 PM    

Shift End Time

: 11:00 PM

Schedule

: Full Time    

Hours Per 2wk Pay Period

: 80

Apply: