Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: Eurofins
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Company Description

DPT Eurofins is the Pre-Transplant Testing division of Eurofins, committed to servicing the transplant community with regional high complexity testing laboratories. Headquartered near Denver, Colorado, with satellite laboratories in or near Los Angeles, Dallas, Boston, Atlanta, and Minneapolis, DPT Eurofins is continuing to expand throughout the United States and is seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform laboratory testing and result reporting, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration of equipment, and quality control activities in Honolulu, HI.

Job Description

Clinical Laboratory Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :
Perform laboratory assays in accordance with DPT Eurofins standard operation procedures
Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results
Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents, and materials
Accept or reject test results in accordance with standard operating procedures
Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument maintenance
Adhere to all quality and safety standards
Adhere to established processing timelines
Responsible for screening of organ and tissue donors
Perform blood banking ( A, B, O and Rh blood typing), chemistry, and molecular testing
Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results
Accurately enters results of testing. Review reports to monitor accurate reporting of results
Document all corrective actions are taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specification
Promptly and courteously answers the phone and assists clients with their inquiries
Other duties as assigned by management

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess The Following Qualities
Goal-oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in performing tests, documenting test results and maintaining patient, client, employee and laboratory business confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
Good pipetting skills and understanding of aseptic techniques
Ability to work with automated and manual platforms
Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Keenly attentive to detail
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
Analytical judgment, problem solving skills, accuracy and detail oriented
Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times
Qualifications
BS or BA in biological, clinical laboratory science, or related life science
Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License or MLT/MT/MLS/CHT/CHS/MB
Working knowledge of handling potentially infectious human blood and body fluids
Previous clinical laboratory experience is desirable, but not required

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 6:30 am - 3:30 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Honolulu, HI or Los Angeles, CA are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and time-off, and dental and vision options. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Please be aware that this role will require access to a site that requires COVID-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements. Prior to starting work in this position, employees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or exemption from vaccination requirements 1. Exemptions will be granted as warranted by medical contraindications, disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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