CLS - Lab Chemistry

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Job Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
Job Duration: 3+ Months (Possible Extension)
Shift: Thus - Mon, 08:00 PM - 04:30 AM PST.
Pay Rate: $72.59/hr. on W2
Department: Chemistry (LCMSMS)

Job Description : This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies.
Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls. Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
Accurately enters results of testing. Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results. Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results.
Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.
Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.

Educational:
BS in medical technology or other life/physical sciences from an accredited college or university is REQUIRED.
Current state CLS license - Required in the state of CA.

Required Work Experience:
~ Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting. - offer rate based on years of experience.