LabCorp

Clinical Lab Scientist - Microbiology

LabCorp$104K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
  • CA CLS license - Generalist
  • 2 years or more of experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist
  • Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures
  • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

Responsibilities

  • Assist the supervisor with daily operations of the laboratory
  • Send production reports to management regularly
  • Train new hires and develop current employees
  • Monitor and troubleshoot laboratory instruments
  • Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls
  • Report accurate test results to ensure quality patient care
  • Maintain a safe work environment

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Full Job Description
Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist to join our team in San Diego, CA

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Job Responsibilities
  • Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Department/Lab Name department
  • Send daily, weekly and monthly productions reports to management
  • Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees
  • Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities
  • Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
  • Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs
  • Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
  • Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
  • Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
  • Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
  • Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
  • Assist with processing of specimens when needed
  • Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
  • CA CLS license - Generalist
  • 2 years or more of experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist


Preferred Requirements
  • 5 years or more of experience as a CLS
  • Current or prior Labcorp experience


Additional Job Standards
  • Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
  • Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
  • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
  • High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
  • Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
  • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
  • Able to pass a standardized color vision screen


**Pay Range: $50.00 - $58.00 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.

About LabCorp

LabCorp is a leading global life sciences company that is deeply integrated in guiding patient care through its comprehensive clinical laboratory and end-to-end drug development services. The company provides diagnostic, drug development and technology-enabled solutions for more than 160 million patient encounters annually.
Learn more about LabCorp
Size
70,000 employees
Market Cap
$20.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$13.9 billion

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