Clinical Lab scientist - Microbiology

Location San Diego, CA Work Schedule Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 3:30pm Job Responsibilities Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Department/Lab Name department Send daily, weekly and monthly production reports to management Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary Assist with processing of specimens when needed Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology CA CLS license - Generalist 2 years or more of experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist in Microbiology Preferred Requirements 5 years or more of experience as a CLS Current or prior Labcorp experience Additional Job Standards Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office Strong communication skills; both written and verbal High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position Able to pass a standardized color vision screen Pay Range $50.00 - $58.00 per hour Benefits Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. Equal Opportunity Employer Labcorp is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, family or parental status, marital, civil union, domestic partnership, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will also be considered in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Labcorp