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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Job Description
Under supervision, performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of all testing with speed and accuracy as authorized under California State Business and Professions Code. Analyzes test results in accordance with the patient population (e.g., pediatric, neonatal, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients). Reviews and reports test results to the appropriate provider or location. Maintains quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance according to department policy. Successfully interacts with all laboratory computer systems. Maintains yearly state-determined educational requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform and record instrument preventive maintenance procedures.
- Document daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance procedures as determined by department protocol.
- Perform and record quality control results as determined by established protocol.
- Verify all requirements of test samples, including labeling accuracy and/or tube containers prior to testing.
- Perform all test procedures as outlined in the department's procedure manual.
- Crosscheck results for appropriate correlations and report testing results with accuracy.
- Record all information required on department log sheets, worksheets, printouts, and file cards, etc.
- Utilize computer systems to enter and report data.
- Perform proficiency testing, inter-laboratory tests, and competency assessments as required.
- Complete special assignments in a timely manner with desired results.
- Complete procedures during assigned work shift, utilizing time productively.
Essential Skills
- Test sampling and laboratory testing
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a hospital setting
- Open availability
- Troubleshoot analyzers
- Knowledge of QC rules
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Certified as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in California
- Experience on all benches, including blood bank
- Ability to work graveyard shift and weekends
Work Environment
You will be working at the main lab during the graveyard shift from 10:30 pm to 7:00 am. You will have every Friday off with rotating weekends. This position requires flexibility with shift availability, preferably for PM shift and overnight shift, and possibly AM shift.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in San Bernardino,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $60 - $65