A Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes within a medical laboratory or healthcare facility. Perform complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. Looks for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, tests for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment.
1 Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with strong Blood Bank expertise to join a high-volume acute care laboratory. This role requires a seasoned traveler who can work independently on night shift while performing complex immunohematology testing and supporting transfusion services in a fast-paced hospital environment. Key Responsibilities Perform advanced Blood Bank testing and transfusion service procedures Conduct ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening, antibody identification, and antigen typing Perform AHG and electronic crossmatches Complete transfusion reaction investigations and workups Process blood products, including thawing and preparation for transfusion Accurately process, accession, and analyze laboratory specimens Ensure compliance with laboratory quality assurance and quality control standards Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of laboratory results Follow patient identification and specimen handling protocols Work independently while supporting critical hospital transfusion needs Utilize laboratory information systems and Blood Bank software effectively Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of Clinical Laboratory Scientist experience ( hard requirement ) Recent and current Blood Bank experience within the last 2 years ( required ) Previous travel assignment experience in Blood Bank ( required ) Experience in a large acute care hospital (300+ beds) ( required ) Experience in Level I or Level II Trauma Centers ( required ) Experience with Epic Beaker ( required ) Active California CLS licensure (if required for practice) ASCP Blood Bank certification or equivalent qualifying certification Required Blood Bank Skills ABO/Rh Testing Antibody Screens & Identification AHG Crossmatch Antigen Typing Direct and Indirect Coombs Testing Rhogam Screening Cord Blood Evaluation Transfusion Reaction Investigation Blood Product Processing Type & Screen Crossmatch Processing Blood Product Storage and Handling Preferred Experience ASCP Blood Bank (BB) Certification Clinical Immunohematology Specialist certification Immucor instrumentation WellSky Blood Bank software Fetal Hemoglobin testing Component modification experience Teaching hospital experience Work Environment High-volume acute care hospital laboratory Busy Blood Bank processing approximately 30-50 samples daily High volume of type & screen and crossmatch testing Independent night-shift work environment Rotating weekends and holiday coverage required Schedule Details 4 x 10-hour night shifts Weekend rotation required Holiday rotation required Start time may occasionally flex earlier based on department needs One pre-approved time-off request permitted if submitted upfront What We're Looking For Highly skilled Blood Bank professional Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent attention to detail and patient safety focus Strong organizational and communication skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity laboratory setting AL_TSC About our
Company:
- 22nd Century Technologies Inc., (TSCTI) is one the fastest growing healthcare staffing companies in the United States. With presence in all 50 States and 6000+ employees nationwide, we have been providing unparallel healthcare and technology staffing services to Public and Private sectors for over 26 years. Started as a technology staffing company in 1997, we have significantly expanded our healthcare practice to both Clinical and Non-Clinical staffing, serving various facilities, healthcare organizations and government agencies. Our ISO certified staffing practices and technology driven staffing procedures - from recruitment to onboarding, along with an internal pre-vetted resume database of healthcare professionals, enable us to serve our customers with their immediate staffing needs. TSCTI has extensive experience providing Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists and other Allied Health professionals to various states - California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia to name a few, and Our valued relationships with employees as well as commitment to meet and exceed clients' expectations through our exemplary employees proves our competency in today's healthcare staffing industry. Recognized among "Best Company to Work For" by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients' expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Pay:
$2,600.00 - $2,700.00 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
