Clinical Laboratory Scientist - The Fountain Group

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Clinical Laboratory Scientist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­Northridge, CA. Details for the position are as follows:

Shift Details:

**Part-Time or Full-Time Hours**

• Sunday-Wednesday or Sunday-Thursday
• Must be available on weekends - alternate with other staff
• PT or FT position based on candidate's interest and business needs

Job Description:

• The Clinical Laboratory Scientist 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.

Qualifications:

• BS Degree
• Licensed CLS, MLT, or MT (ASCP) in CA
• Experience with lab testing & data analysis
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• **able to work on weekends**

Compensation: Up to $52 per hour depending on experience