Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) for a travel job in Largo, Maryland. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Discipline : Allied Health Professional Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 8 hours Employment Type : Travel " The Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist under the supervision of designated Manager, performs diagnostic analytic tests on human body fluids such as blood, sputum, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, and synovial fluid, as well as other specimens. Works within clinical laboratories, doctor's offices, reference labs, and within the biotechnology industry. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Performs specimen collection and processing duties as needed or assigned Performs routine and special laboratory tests; analyzes human fluid samples on advanced analytical equipment or by using lower-tech analytic techniques available to the clinical laboratory, such as manual white blood cell differentials, bone marrow counts, and analysis via microscopy Monitors, screens, and troubleshoots any analytical device responsible for deriving critical patient information. These tasks include calibrations, quality control, run-by-run assessment, instrument maintenance, statistical control of observed data, and recording of normal operations May troubleshoot, adjust, and / or repair complicated instruments Recognizes abnormalities in the equipment and know how to correct them Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action Recognizes any and all factors that could introduce error into the analysis such as if a body fluid has potentially been contaminated or collected improperly; rejects substandard specimens to maintain the integrity of the laboratory process Performs quality control tests according to procedure and records data; analyses data and takes corrective action when results are outside of acceptable limits Performs common tests such as complete blood count, complete metabolic panel, electrolyte panel, liver function test, urinalysis, prothrombin time, and activated partial thromboplastin time Prepares test reports legibly and according to the standards established by the facility; reviews reports for accuracy and clinical indications Maintains a neat and clean work area; restocks daily supplies as needed; follows all laboratory and facility safety practices Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements : Bachelor's degree in science, biology or other related field is required Successful completion of a Medical Technologist program that is accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education (CAHEA) required At least 1 year of experience in a facility or a related field preferred Successful completion of Amergis testing process Current BLS card if required via contract or state requirement Current physical exam, if required by state regulations or contract Current TB test or chest x-ray Ability to effectively elicit / provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required Computer proficiency required Successful completion of background screening and onboarding process Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements " Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits : Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs
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