Analysis Skills, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Hematology, Hospital, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Maintain Compliance, Nursing, OSHA, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimen Analysis, Team Player, Testing, Time Management
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – Travel Assignment
Shift: Day Shift (5x8 Hours)
Location: Eureka, CA 95501
Shift Hours: 06:00 AM – 02:30 PM
Schedule: 5 days per week
Weekly Hours: 40 Hours
Position Overview
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) for a day shift travel assignment in a hospital laboratory setting. The ideal candidate will perform a broad range of diagnostic testing to ensure accurate and timely results that support high-quality patient care and clinical decision-making.
This role requires strong generalist laboratory experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and complex laboratory testing across core disciplines, including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and related areas
- Analyze patient specimens and ensure accurate, timely reporting of results
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
- Perform and document quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures
- Review and validate test results, ensuring accuracy and reliability
- Report critical values promptly to appropriate clinical staff
- Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and applicable laboratory standards
- Process, handle, and store specimens in accordance with established protocols
- Troubleshoot instrument issues and escalate concerns when necessary
- Maintain complete and accurate laboratory documentation and records
- Follow infection control and patient safety protocols at all times
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams
- Support daily laboratory workflow and operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field (required)
- Active Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license (state-specific, as applicable)
- Prior clinical laboratory experience preferred; generalist experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of laboratory testing procedures and instrumentation
- Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and hospital laboratory compliance standards
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently in a high-volume clinical setting
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work performed
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently
For more details contact at
hdavda@navitashealth.com
or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.