Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA
Duration: 6+ Months (Possible Extension/ Temp to Hire)

Pay range: $45 - $55/hr. on W2

Shift: Sunday to Thursday: 3 PM – 11:30 PM PST

Job Summary:
Responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing following established policies and procedures, ensuring accurate results, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform moderate to highly complex clinical tests and manage newly introduced tests.
• Prepare reagents, stock solutions, and controls, test new reagents for effectiveness.
• Determine specimen acceptability and accurately calculate and enter test results.
• Conduct equipment maintenance, calibration, and performance checks.
• Perform Quality Control (QC) tests, evaluate results, and initiate corrective actions when needed.
• Review and release patient reports, addressing critical values and unusual results.
• Track and label reagents and supplies accurately.
• Provide training and supervision to unlicensed staff as required.

 
Required Qualifications:
Experience: 0–3 years of lab experience.
Education: BS in Medical Technology or related field; Current California CLS license required.