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Travel Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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Job Description

Job Description

Lead Clinical Scientist || 8weeks || Auto offer!!! Position Details

San Luis Obispo, California
Contract Dates: August 17, 2026 – October 11, 2026
Assignment Length: 8 Weeks
Shift: Rotating 10-Hour Shifts
Assignment Type: Exclusive EPIC Assignment |

Position Summary

The Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist serves as the technical consultant and direct supervisor of laboratory personnel while managing the performance of all laboratory testing. This role oversees quality assurance, laboratory safety, regulatory compliance, staff development, and departmental operations while functioning as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist as needed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned laboratory professional who thrives in leadership and enjoys mentoring teams while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Weekend Coverage: Same schedule requirements as weekdays
On-Call: None

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee all laboratory testing and Point-of-Care Testing ( POCT )

  • Ensure accuracy and validity of laboratory results

  • Supervise, mentor, and train laboratory personnel

  • Manage quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance activities

  • Coordinate equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration

  • Evaluate and implement new laboratory technologies and procedures

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • CLIA

    • FDA

    • CAP

    • Joint Commission (JC)

    • AABB

    • OSHA requirements

  • Manage staffing coverage and support employee development initiatives

  • Serve as a laboratory resource and liaison across hospital departments

  • Maintain accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance

Minimum Qualifications Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Medical Technology

    • Clinical Laboratory Science

    • Biological Sciences

    • Chemical Sciences

    • Allied Health Technologies

    • Or equivalent education and training

Experience
  • Minimum of two (2) years of relevant Clinical Laboratory Scientist experience

  • Current EPIC experience required

  • Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred

Certifications & Licensure
  • Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License – Required

  • ASCP or NCA Certification – Preferred

Equipment Used:

  • Beckman Coulter DxC

  • Sysmex XN

  • Siemens CS2500

  • Cepheid GeneXpert

Contact Recruiter

Barbra

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Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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