Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Wellness program

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Personal time

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1 to perform a full range of laboratory tests, manage specimen processing, and ensure test accuracy with QC/calibration oversight.

This role supports QA within OPI Laboratory Operations and may involve cross-training across testing areas. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in a laboratory science and meet CLIA requirements; ASCP certification (or eligibility) is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science.
Must qualify as testing personnel in accordance with CLIA Regulations 493.1423.
ASCP certification (or eligibility) strongly preferred.
Ability to work diverse shifts and overtime hours as required.
Proficient with computer software in an office and laboratory environment.
Able to read, understand, write and follow SOPs and documentation clearly.

Responsibilities

Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of other testing personnel.
Write and revise testing, production, and validation protocols.
Act as technical advisor for other testing personnel.
Perform a full range of laboratory tests with little supervision.
Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and reporting results.
Identify problems affecting test performance and report to supervisor or director.
May be cross-trained to various tests and sterility cultures.
Operate complex precision instruments and highly automated equipment.
Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures for immunogen cells.
Perform and document laboratory testing, QC, calibration and validation.
Provide QA support to OPI Laboratory Operations.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality assurance

Calibration

SOP reading/writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science

ASCP certification (or eligibility) preferred

Job description

Want to Expand
your career-development potential,
your ability to help donors and patients,
and your access to professional opportunities?

We're growing fast.
[You can, too!]
There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, and especially our donation centers. Because you're someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1

Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of other testing personnel.
Write and revise testing, production, and validation protocols.
Act as technical advisor for other testing personnel.
Performs a full range of laboratory tests, from the most routine to the most complex, with little or no supervision.
Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or bring it to the immediate attention of supervisor or director.
May be cross-trained to perform the following: viral marker testing, syphilis screen, sickle cell screen, total protein, protein electrophoresis, ABO, Rh, antibody detection, antibody, identification and red cell phenotyping, or sterility cultures.
Operate and interact with an array of complex precision instruments and a variety of highly automated and electronic equipment.
Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures to prepare immunogen cell units for storage or distribution.
Perform and document laboratory testing and instrument quality control, proficiency testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and validation as required.
Provide Quality Assurance support to OPI Laboratory Operations.

Job Summary

Want to Expand
your career-development potential,
your ability to help donors and patients,
and your access to professional opportunities?

Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1

This Is What You'll Do

Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of other testing personnel.
Write and revise testing, production, and validation protocols.
Act as technical advisor for other testing personnel.
Performs a full range of laboratory tests, from the most routine to the most complex, with little or no supervision.
Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or bring it to the immediate attention of supervisor or director.
May be cross-trained to perform the following: viral marker testing, syphilis screen, sickle cell screen, total protein, protein electrophoresis, ABO, Rh, antibody detection, antibody, identification and red cell phenotyping, or sterility cultures.
Operate and interact with an array of complex precision instruments and a variety of highly automated and electronic equipment.
Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures to prepare immunogen cell units for storage or distribution.
Perform and document laboratory testing and instrument quality control, proficiency testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and validation as required.
Provide Quality Assurance support to OPI Laboratory Operations.

This Is What It Takes

Qualified candidates of this role must offer a Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science
Must qualify as testing personnel in accordance to CLIA Regulations 493.1423 Standard; Testing Personnel Qualifications.
Ability to work diverse shifts and overtime hours, as required.
Ability to work in a variety of different test areas as required after appropriate training
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision while able to take direction. Able to be flexible to changing priorities.
Proficient with computer software in an office and laboratory environment.
Ability to read, understand, write and follow SOPs, validation protocols, etc. and to complete documentation in a clear, accurate manner.
An ASCP certification (or eligibility) is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to view video display terminal images for extended periods of time - up to four (4) hours at a time.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate laboratory equipment
Must be able to discern colors, agrees to confirm through color blindness test
Ability to lift, tug, or pull up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time - up to four (4) hours at a time.
Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and laboratory chemicals.
Protective clothing and safe work practices required

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