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Synectics Inc. · 7 hours ago

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

San Juan Capistrano, CA

Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Synectics Inc. is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform clinical laboratory testing while adhering to applicable policies and procedures. The role involves conducting complex tests, evaluating results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.

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Responsibilities

This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures

Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies

Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills

Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls

Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria

Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures

Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures

Accurately enters results of testing

Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results

Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results

Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports

Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken

Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment

Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks

Performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required

Performs Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results, to determine acceptability of result release

Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria

Initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria

Accurately performs and records proficiency testing

Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems

Notifies the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if necessary

Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies

Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area

Demonstrates effective two-way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers, via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment

Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned

Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager

This may include but not be limited to evaluation of new techniques and procedures in terms of personnel and requirements, method comparison, cost analysis, establishment of reference ranges, writing and revising technical procedures, and evaluation of productivity and key results measures

Responsible for following all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control

Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality

Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures. Supports Training Programs, where applicable

Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education

The continuing education must meet the education requirements for California state licensure

Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages

Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices

Required to use personal protective equipment

Qualification

Clinical laboratory testingQuality ControlLaboratory equipment maintenanceBS in medical technologyMicrosoft Office proficiencyEye-hand coordinationTyping skillsPerform repetitive tasksEffective communication

Required

BS in medical technology or other life/physical sciences from an accredited college or university is required

Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting

The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance

Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods

Have good eye and hand coordination

Testing for color blindness will be required upon hiring or transfer into technical functions requiring detection of, or rating of intensity of colors (e.g., Fluorescent microscopy reading)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong typing skills desirable

Other automation skills helpful

Shift/Time Zone: CLS lab schedule is Wed-Sun 10:00pm-6:30am- PST

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.