Clinical Lab Scientist

Job Summary:The Clinical Lab Scientist will perform laboratory tests, quality control, and instrument maintenance in a high-volume setting. The role requires expertise in Blood Bank, including type/screen and crossmatch procedures, and experience with Epic charting, Wellsky, and Immucor instrumentation. The position involves working with a large number of samples daily and requires rotating weekends and holidays.Location:Orange, California, United StatesResponsibilities:- Perform laboratory tests and quality control procedures.- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.- Conduct type/screen and crossmatch procedures in Blood Bank.- Manage a high volume of samples (30-50 daily).- Document patient care and related duties in the Epic electronic medical record system.- Answer unit phone and directs calls accordingly.- Coordinate equipment/supply needs.Required Skills & Certifications:- ASCP-BB certification- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical lab setting- Recent/current experience as a Blood Bank traveler- Experience with Epic charting system- Experience in a large hospital (300+ beds)- Trauma Level I experiencePreferred Skills & Certifications:- Clin Immunohem Sci certification- Teaching hospital experience- Experience with Wellsky and Immucor instrumentationSpecial Considerations:- Rotating weekends and holidays are required.- Scheduling requests due to outside employment will not be considered.- Facility is able to call off once per two week pay period.Scheduling:- 4x10HR variable day shifts- Start times vary: 6A, 7A, 8A