Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS Per Diem

Kindred; United States; On-site; USD 61,992 - 78,523; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United States seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Per Diem. The role involves performing and reporting on laboratory tests on clinical specimens to facilitate patient diagnosis and monitoring. Candidates should possess an Associate degree in laboratory science, hold any necessary state licenses, and have proficiency in using laboratory equipment. Candidates with 1-2 years of acute care experience are preferred. The position offers a pay range of $45.00-$57.00 per hour and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current license issued by the State required for laboratory work.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician preferred.
• 1-2 years acute care hospital lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on clinical specimens.
• Maintain all quality control and documentation.
• Identify and correct issues affecting test performance.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of safety guidelines

Laboratory equipment skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Fluent in English

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Tools

Centrifuges

Microscopes

Pipettes

Incubators

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS Per Diem (551931)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs and reports routine and special laboratory tests on clinical specimens to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients.

Essential Functions

• Performs analyses in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, blood bank and microbiology according to expected performance standards.
• Performs venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick on identified patients by physician's request in a timely, accurate and caring manner.
• Keeps documented records current regarding maintenance and quality control.
• Follow the laboratory\'s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
• Adhere to the laboratory\'s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director
• Follow the laboratory\'s established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory\'s established acceptable levels of performance
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory\'s established performance specifications
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable safety, quality control, and specimen handling guidelines and procedures.
• Skilled in using applicable laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, meters, microscopes, incubators, pipettes, autoclaves, and sterilizers.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately when under strict deadlines.
• Considerable knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical laboratory methods and instrumentation. Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, laboratory medicine, disease processes, and laboratory procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $45.00-$57.00/hr.

Benefits

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Education

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution

Licenses/Certifications

• Current license issued by the State in which the laboratory is located, if such licensing is required.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by a nationally recognized agency/board preferred.
• Current BLS preferred.

Experience

• 1-2 years acute care hospital lab experience in high complexity testing preferred.