Clinical Laboratory Scientist I Monday to Thursday 900am-730pm PT - Aliso Viejo CA
Clinical Laboratory Scientist I Monday to Thursday 900am-730pm PT - Aliso Viejo CA
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Compensation: $45.00 $48.00 per hour. You are eligible for a ShortTerm Incentive with the target at 5 of your annual earnings; terms and conditions apply.
Clinical Lab Scientist I: (Monday to Thursday 9:00am7:30pm PT) Aliso Viejo CA
Entry level position as CLS I in the Clinical Laboratory at Ambry Genetics. This position is responsible for specimen processing test performance and reporting clinical molecular genetic test results. This position requires a Clinical Laboratory Scientist license from the California Department of Public Health.
Essential Function
- Conducts clinical molecular genetic testing for a single workflow under the direct supervision of the onsite Supervisor and or Lead CLS in accordance with the laboratorys procedures for specimen handling and processing straightforward data analyses reporting (when applicable) and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Be able to submit Kace tickets independently for various reasons: reagent making IT and equipment issues etc.
- Provide signature as needed to demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Adheres to laboratorys quality control (QC) policies with emphasis on documentation of all quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) activities including instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
- Follow the laboratorys established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratorys established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and immediately notify the Lead CLS or Lab Supervisor.
- Satisfactorily complete training and competency on all tasks performed including training on any instrumentation.
- Responsible for adhering to laboratory policies for personal protective equipment (PPE) hazardous waste disposal and IT security
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A bachelors degree in chemical physical biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist license from the California Department of Public Health:
- Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) preferred or
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist)
- Technical knowledge of laboratory testing and terminology is required. Capable of excelling within a team environment. Capable of accomplishing workload. Ability to communicate effectively attention to detail ability to cross reference information ability to prioritize work computer skills working knowledge of standard office equipment (computers printers fax machines phone systems office software and internet). Flexibility regarding job assignments.
- Ability to read and interpret documents and Ambry Genetics test requisition forms standard operating procedures work instructions maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively onetoone in a group setting and with employees of the organization.
- Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- This position requires prior work experience in a laboratory certified under CLIA (usually in the U.S..
About Us
Ambry Genetics Corporation is a CAPaccredited and CLIAlicensed molecular genetics laboratory based in Aliso Viejo California. We are a geneticsbased healthcare company that is dedicated to open scientific exchange so we can work together to understand and treat all human disease faster.
At Ambry everyone is welcome. A career at Ambry Genetics is a chance to be part of a dynamic company that aims to improve health by understanding the relationships between genetics and human disease. We earned our reputation as industry leaders by responsibly introducing cuttingedge genetic testing solutions and continually sharing what we learn with the global scientific community.
At Ambry you will be learning challenging yourself and having fun while collaborating with teammates through the open exchange of ideas. Our outstanding benefits program includes 401k medical dental vision FSA paid sick leave and generous paid time off (PTO) program. You can learn more about the benefitshere. Ambry Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we maintain a drugfree work environment.
The Company believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history consistent with local laws such as Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check if the Company is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide mitigating evidence or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For the purpose of the above job description Essential Functions are Material Job Duties.
Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including jobrelated skills experience and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (and traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists) color creed religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression (including transgender status) national origin ancestry age marital status or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please contact us at
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