Find & Apply For Clinical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Trumbull, Connecticut

Location:

Trumbull, Connecticut Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$68,000 - $86,000 per year

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Technical Director Schedule:

Day shift; weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person Company Overview Progressive Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory focused on increasing access to high-quality laboratory services, improving patient outcomes, and supporting efficient healthcare delivery. We are part of The Progressive Group, which includes Progressive Institute, a mental health and substance use treatment facility, and Progressive Health Dynamics, a healthcare informatics company. We are a fast-paced, quality-focused organization with core values centered around ethics, empathy, empowerment, and entrepreneurship. At Progressive Diagnostics, the accuracy, reliability, and timely delivery of patient testing are central to everything we do. We are seeking a Scientist I with hands-on

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experience to join our clinical laboratory team in Trumbull, Connecticut. The successful candidate will participate in high-complexity clinical laboratory testing with an emphasis on

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toxicology testing, instrument operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, data review, and quality assurance . Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform high-complexity clinical laboratory testing in accordance with laboratory SOPs, regulatory requirements, and established quality standards. Follow all laboratory policies and procedures related to safety, specimen handling, testing, quality control (QC), proficiency testing (PT), quality assurance (QA), and documentation. Perform specimen processing and preparation for specimen validity testing, screening, and

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confirmation testing. Operate

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instrumentation and associated liquid chromatography and sample preparation systems. Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and as-needed preventive maintenance on

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systems and other assigned laboratory instrumentation. Evaluate instrument performance and troubleshoot chromatography, sensitivity, calibration, QC, carryover, pressure, hardware, software, and other analytical issues. Prepare standards, internal standards, calibration materials, QC materials, mobile phases, buffers, needle wash solutions, and other reagents used for

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testing. Prepare analytical batches and worklists, load specimens, initiate analytical runs, and monitor instrument performance throughout testing. Review calibration curves, internal standards, QC results, retention times, ion ratios, chromatography, and other established acceptance criteria before evaluating patient results. Perform timely and accurate

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data review across assigned testing panels. Review laboratory results and release reports when qualified and authorized to do so under laboratory policies. Recognize potentially erroneous or questionable results and initiate appropriate investigation, repeat testing, or corrective action before results are reported. Immediately notify laboratory management of unresolved instrument, calibration, QC, specimen, or testing issues that could affect patient results or turnaround time. Participate in proficiency testing and required competency assessments. Document corrective actions associated with pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical issues. Maintain complete and accurate instrument maintenance, QC, calibration, corrective action, and testing records. Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory QA/QC activities. Assist with investigations involving QC trends, analytical errors, carryover, method performance, and other quality concerns. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory work environment. Assist with reagent, standard, consumable, and laboratory supply inventory. Participate in continuing education and maintain knowledge of current clinical laboratory and

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practices. Work collaboratively with Laboratory Directors, Technical Directors, supervisors, scientists, technologists, technicians, and accessioning personnel. Maintain professional and effective communication with laboratory staff and management. Assist with special laboratory projects, method improvements, validation activities, quality reviews, and other responsibilities assigned by laboratory management. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Toxicology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Biology, or another relevant laboratory science . Candidates must meet all applicable federal, state, accreditation, and laboratory personnel qualification requirements for the testing responsibilities assigned. Minimum of one year of hands-on

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experience is required.

Demonstrated experience with:

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instrument operation Analytical batch preparation Calibration and quality control

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data review Instrument maintenance Basic troubleshooting Analytical documentation Ability to interpret chromatographic and mass spectrometric data accurately. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate patient testing. Ability to follow laboratory SOPs and written and verbal instructions. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple laboratory responsibilities. Basic proficiency with computers and laboratory software. Preferred Qualifications Previous high-complexity clinical laboratory experience , particularly in clinical toxicology. Experience with quantitative urine drug confirmation testing or pain-management/toxicology testing by

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Experience with Thermo Scientific

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systems , such as Quantiva, Quantis, or Altis, is highly desirable. Experience with automated clinical chemistry or toxicology screening analyzers. Experience reviewing and releasing clinical laboratory results. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS/LIMS). Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related applications. Experience with laboratory QA/QC programs, corrective actions, proficiency testing, and regulatory documentation. ASCP certification (MLS, MT, or equivalent), where applicable, is preferred. Master's degree or PhD in a relevant laboratory science is a plus. Skills and Competencies The successful candidate should demonstrate: Strong

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technical skills. Excellent attention to detail and data integrity. Sound scientific judgment. Ability to identify unusual analytical results and investigate discrepancies. Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while recognizing when management assistance is required. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical laboratory. Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and turnaround-time expectations. Commitment to patient safety, quality, compliance, and confidentiality. Willingness to learn additional laboratory testing platforms and expand technical responsibilities. Benefits 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account Paid time off Schedule 8-hour shift Day shift Monday through Friday Weekend coverage as needed Progressive Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs in accordance with applicable law.

Pay:

$68,000.00 - $86,000.00 per month

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person