Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Company: RX2 Solutions, LLC
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

TITLE: Clinical Laboratory ScientistTYPE: Direct HireLOCATION: -Santa Monica, CASTART DATE: ImmediateTRAVEL: Up to 50% local (non-overnight) travel requiredWe are looking to hire multiple Clinical Laboratory Scientists licensed in the State of California to support our clinical laboratories near Los Angeles. The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for performing the qPCR process from start to finish in high complexity, high-throughput CLIA/CAP certified environment. Ideally, you have 1+ years of experience with PCR outside of academia but if you only have academic experience, that's OK.RESPONSIBILITIES Adhere to all safety guidelines, including the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Perform oral and nasal swabbing. As you gain more experience, the amount of swabbing will decrease, and the amount of lab work will increase. Use quality control policies to document all quality control activities, instrument, and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Apply established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels. Document all corrective actions are taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance. Specifications; and perform high complexity testing only under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor.REQUIREMENTS A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Forensics, Genetics, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus CLT Certification It's a big plus if you have 6+ months of professional experience working with PCR, qPCR, and/or RT-PCR is a must-have. Unpaid, academic experience is good but does not count towards the 6-month requirement. Strong understanding of modern laboratory techniques Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Meets education and experience equivalent to guidelines mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Based on the work assignment, may be recommended to have medical testing following the company's Occupational Health Program Reliable transportation, driver's license, clean driving record, and the ability to travel to local sites to perform the job responsibilities Ability to be flexible with scheduling to come in a few hours earlier or later than "typical shift due to fluctuation in demand.EOE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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