Laboratory - MT

Cynet Health; Clearlake (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Clearlake, CA seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for a 20-week evening shift assignment. You will perform laboratory analyses on clinical specimens, review quality controls, and ensure timely reporting.

The role requires at least two years of relevant lab experience, current CLS licensure, and EPIC experience. You will handle STAT orders, document results, maintain safety and regulatory readiness, and supervise assistants as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in all aspects of the clinical laboratory.
• Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• EPIC experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory analysis on clinical specimens using established laboratory procedures.
• Reviews quality controls, specimen integrity, and instrumentation to ensure accurate results.
• Accommodates STAT orders consistently, reporting within one hour or as soon as available.
• Calls all critical values and critical test results to providers within 60 minutes of being available.
• Completes all required documentation and ensures safety protocols are followed.
• Alerts supervisor to abnormalities or irregularities while maintaining 90% productivity.
• Maintains readiness for regulatory surveys and ensures proper specimen handling.
• Obtains and processes venous and arterial blood samples following aseptic techniques.
• Verifies patient demographics and completes test orders with accuracy.
• Maintains supplies, instruments, and collaboration with biomedical services as needed.

Skills

EPIC experience

Job description

Laboratory - MT

Profession: Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Specialty: Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Duration: 20 weeks

Shift: Evening

Hours per Shift: 8 hours (may extend to 10 PM)

Experience: Two years in all aspects of the clinical laboratory

License: Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Certifications: None specified

Must-Have: EPIC experience required

Description:Performs laboratory analysis on clinical specimens using established laboratory procedures.Reviews and evaluates quality controls, specimen integrity, and instrumentation to ensure accurate results are reported.Accommodates STAT orders consistently, reporting within one hour or as soon as available.Calls all critical values and critical test results to providers within 60 minutes of being available.Completes all required documentation.Assists in ensuring lab procedures and safety protocols are followed.Alerts supervisor when abnormalities or irregularities in tests are encountered while maintaining a workload productivity of at least 90%.Assists in ensuring that the department is continuously prepared for all regulatory surveys.Obtains venous and arterial blood samples as required, following aseptic techniques.Checks for patient identification using at least two identifiers before drawing samples.Compares all demographic information to ensure accuracy.Completes required tests and observations of patient specimens, blood samples, or other products for testing.Results reflect attention to detail and accuracy.Follows established policies and procedures when drawing venous and arterial samples.Allows for adequate time to ensure hemostasis and calls for assistance if unable to obtain blood samples after two attempts.Ensures validity and accuracy of results by continually checking quality control and maintaining instruments.Contacts and follows through with biomedical and vendor technical services when mechanical problems occur.Maintains adequate levels of reagents, calibrators, controls, and supplies.Meets expectations on time for all competencies, licenses, certifications, and education requirements as outlined by regulatory agencies.Supervises laboratory assistants as needed and supports assigned management.Verifies that appropriate specimens are being analyzed for the proper patients and for indicated tests.Completes test order entry accurately.Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.Demonstrates good communication and diplomatic skills.Able to handle stressful work situations and prioritize tasks effectively.Works independently with minimal supervision.Demonstrates a commitment to confidentiality and adheres to regulatory standards.Ensures compliance with safety protocols, including protective measures when handling biological materials.