Local Contract Assistant - Clinical Lab Scientist; CLS

PRIDE Health is seeking a local contract Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Assistant for a local contract job in San Juan Capistrano, California.

• Specialty:
  Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)
• Discipline:
  Allied Health Professional
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Local Contract

Pride Health is hiring a Clinical Lab Scientist to support our client’s medical facility based in San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675.

This is a 1 Year assignment (Possibility of extension or conversion) opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Details:

Job Name:
Clinical Lab Scientist I

Location: San Juan Capistrano CA 92675

Duration: 1 Year Contract (Possibilities of extensions

Payrate: $51-57/hr. on w2 /
* Pay Rate is based on experience and educational qualifications.

This position is responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform moderate to highly complex clinical laboratory testing independently and in compliance with required procedures.
• Prepare reagents, media, standards, controls, and stock solutions; evaluate new reagents and controls using established criteria.
• Assess specimen acceptability according to testing requirements.
• Calculate, review, and accurately enter test results using manual or computerized systems while maintaining required turnaround times.
• Review and evaluate routine and complex test results prior to release; recognize and respond to critical, unusual, or unexpected results and document actions taken.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and performance verification of laboratory instruments.
• Conduct quality control, calibration, linearity, accuracy, and precision checks; evaluate results and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Perform and document proficiency testing accurately.
• Track, label, and manage reagents and supplies; maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff, supervisors, vendors, and internal/external customers.
• Participate in staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and assigned projects.
• Assist with training and supervision of unlicensed staff as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with safety, environmental, and infection control policies.
• Maintain continuing education requirements for California state licensure.
• Answer phones and handle messages as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 0–3 years of direct laboratory experience (offer rate based on years of experience).

• Ability to lift and carry 1–10 lbs frequently, 11–25 lbs occasionally, and up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, fine manipulation, and stand or sit for extended periods.
• Good hand-eye coordination required.
• Color vision testing required for roles involving color-dependent analysis.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills preferred, automation experience a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related life/physical science (required).
• Current California CLS license (required).

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare…