Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

Location: Northridge, CA

Duration: 6+ months (possible extension)

Schedule: Sun-Wed or Sun- Thur- schedule

Must be avx on weekends- alternate with other staff.

(PT or FT position based on candidate's interest and business needs)

MUST: Must be CLS CA Licensed.

Job Description:

• The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for performing laboratory testing, recording and reviewing test results, preparing and labeling blood components.
• Perform all tasks in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and other regulatory requirements.
• Properly use the Blood Product Information System, as well as authorize and perform system overrides as needed and within scope of authority and ensure to escalate system problems as/if encountered, to management.
• Accurately perform testing of blood products and donor samples (i.e., hematology counts (CBC), and pH).
• Accurately record, interpret, and report test results. Ability to recognize and appropriately handle unacceptable test results.
• Verify acceptability of blood samples.
• Prepare and pack blood samples for send-out testing.
• Properly use laboratory equipment.
• Properly perform, and complete comprehension of, quality control and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory records; adhere to proper flow of paperwork.
• Perform blood component preparation from whole blood and apheresis collections.
• Label blood products.
• Perform quarantine, destruction, and release of blood products.
• Prepare, perform and report proficiency testing. (i.e. CAP).
• Accurately report errors.
• Evaluate blood component QC testing.
• Review and/or order and maintain proper inventory levels of laboratory supplies/reagents.
• Prepare laboratory statistical reports.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems encountered in assigned tasks and properly document corrective actions. Confer with managerial staff for resolution of problems, if necessary.
• Inform supervisory staff of any recommendations for process improvement.
• Read and understand company and industry manuals and compliance standards, including SOPs, FDA requirements (cGMPs) and AABB regulations.
• Know and follow safety rules relative to area(s) of responsibility.
• Present a professional image to customers, internal and external.
• Revision of company SOP’s as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licensure:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, physical, or chemical sciences or medical technology is preferred.
• At least 1 year of previous CLS working experience preferred.
• Current state CLS Generalist license required.
• MT (ASCP), preferred.
• Blood donor center or transfusion service experience is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to quickly learn new software programs as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is conducted in the Shipping, Laboratory, Donor Center, or standard office environment. Temperatures are regulated by facilities management and are not within the direct control of the individual or company.
• Most work is conducted in open areas with associated distractions such as noise from telephones, keyboards, machines, doorbells, and talking.
• Work performed in the Shipping, Laboratory, and Donor Center is done primarily while standing (6 to 8 hours a day).
• Work performed in the office environment is performed primarily while sitting (6 to 8 hours a day).
• All work environments utilize keyboards, gaze at a monitor(s), utilize hands to grasp, reach, and hold.
• The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds over their shoulder and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Staff who work in the Shipping / Logistics or Warehouse departments may be required to lift or move more than 50 pounds while using proper safety equipment.
• Exposure to standard chemicals used in an office environment is expected. Additional exposure to Shipping, Laboratory, and Donor Room staff includes exposure to water, chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, waste, infectious material, dry ice, and liquid nitrogen. Refer to the Safety Data Sheets for a complete list.
• Staff must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing tasks that may expose to bloodborne pathogens, waste, infectious material, dry ice, and liquid nitrogen or as required per policy.
• Employee must use proper safety equipment, as directed