Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Technologist II QC Lab
Posted on: 8 Jan 2021
Oakland, CA
Job Description
Job Description:
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Technologist II
Come bring your ASCP Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license to support the life-saving mission of the American Red Cross Blood Services. We are looking for a full time CLS/ Medical Technologist II to work in our QC lab. Perform advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures. Interpret test results. Comply with safety policies and procedures in the work area and use applicable protective equipment at all times to prevent exposure to potentially infectious blood and body fluids. Comply with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).
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Responsibilities:
* Perform and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens, and blood products. Repeat tests where appropriate.
* Perform, review, and approve quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits. Maintain the required records and files.
* Know and ensure compliance with applicable ARCBS directives, Federal and state regulations, and local policies and procedures pertaining to blood banking and safety. Adhere to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practice.
* May assume supervisory functions for QC processes.
* Perform low - high complexity manufacturing procedures.
* Assist laboratory and regional staff in troubleshooting and problem resolution.
* Participate in the validation of hardware, software, instrumentation, test kits, and procedures as directed. Assist with the maintenance, repair, and validation of laboratory equipment.
* Perform additional reviews of regulated documents, logs and forms as directed.
* Perform supervisory review of manufacturing records.
* May be a project lead.
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of staff so classified.
Qualifications
* Must be a licensed CLS
* Bachelor's degree in science with an ASCP Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) degree
* Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs.
* Available to work overtime, other shifts, early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends. Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. Lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds.
* May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time.
* Work under pressure and within time standards. Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires.
* Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment.
* Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods of time.
Must meet State and CLIA requirements.
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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employees professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply.
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American Red Cross
Washington, DC
The mission of the Red Cross is to help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Across all the ways we provide help and hope to others - from bringing disaster relief, providing lifesaving blood and training in lifesaving skills, to reaching across borders to reconnect families and supporting military families - the American Red Cross makes a big impact.
Explore this collection of stories and experience what the Red Cross brings to everyday people, every day. If what you see inspires you, consider supporting our mission financially, by making a blood donation, becoming a volunteer or registering to take a class.
Vision Statement
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
Fundamental Principles of the Global Red Cross Network
Humanity
The Red Cross, born of a desire to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield, endeavors—in its international and national capacity—to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the human being. It promotes mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation and lasting peace amongst all peoples.
Impartiality
It makes no discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. It endeavors to relieve the suffering of individuals, being guided solely by their needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress.
Neutrality
In order to continue to enjoy the confidence of all, the Red Cross may not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies of a political, racial, religious or ideological nature.
Independence
The Red Cross is independent. The national societies, while auxiliaries in the humanitarian services of their governments and subject to the laws of their respective countries, must always maintain their autonomy so that they may be able at all times to act in accordance with Red Cross principles.
Voluntary Service
The Red Cross is a voluntary relief movement not prompted in any manner by desire for gain.
Unity
There can be only one Red Cross society in any one country. It must be open to all. It must carry on its humanitarian work throughout its territory.
Universality
The Red Cross is a worldwide institution in which all societies have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other.
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