Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Night Shift Diagnostics

US132 Guidehouse Digital, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Training & Certifications

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to support NIH in Bethesda, MD. This on-site, full-time role performs diagnostic testing across Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology, ensuring precise reporting and strict documentation of patient results.

You will verify specimen integrity, operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, and perform quality control with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a clinical hospital laboratory.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD public trust.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic testing on Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology specimens, ensuring accurate analytical processing, precise reporting, and meticulous record-keeping of all patient results.
• Assess and verify the suitability, identification, and integrity of incoming clinical specimens, executing proper processing techniques prior to analysis.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff to execute moderate-to-high complexity testing protocols and streamline specimen processing.
• Validate control data prior to releasing patient results to guarantee clinical accuracy and strict quality standards.
• Manage and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and reagents, initiating corrective actions to ensure continuous operational quality.
• Adhere to established protocols and laboratory policies when testing systems deviate from acceptable performance ranges.
• Consult and communicate with medical personnel regarding specimen collection protocols, resolving documentation or specimen integrity issues.
• Execute and log all quality control measures, instrument calibrations, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Document and communicate instances of instrument downtime, corrective actions, and quality control issues.
• Prioritize and structure daily laboratory tasks to align with patient needs and operational demands.
• Monitor and audit reagent and supply inventories to prevent shortages and maintain stock levels.
• Collaborate to evaluate new techniques, perform comparative studies, and determine new guidelines.
• Uphold regulatory standards by participating in inspection preparations and maintaining compliance with accrediting agencies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Guidehouse is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to support NIH in Bethesda, MD. This on-site, full-time role performs diagnostic testing across Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology, ensuring precise reporting and strict documentation of patient results.

You will verify specimen integrity, operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, and perform quality control with a focus on safety and accuracy.