Travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - $1,719 to $1,976 per week in Atlanta, GA

Location: Atlanta, GA

Pay: $1,719 to $1,976 per week

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Facility in Atlanta, GAJob Details

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) required Valid license when needed in compliance with any state regulations

Summary: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) is responsible for conducting and overseeing a wide range of laboratory tests across multiple disciplines, including chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, and blood banking. This role ensures the accuracy and reliability of diagnostic results, participates in quality control and regulatory compliance, and plays a key role in laboratory management and policy development. CLS professionals work in hospitals, reference labs, and healthcare facilities, ensuring that laboratory operations meet state and federal regulations. Essential Work Functions:

• Perform complex laboratory tests and interpret results across various lab disciplines, such as blood bank
• Oversee and validate test results, troubleshoot discrepancies, and approve diagnostic reports before release
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain sophisticated lab instruments and automated analyzers
• Ensure compliance with AABB, CAP, CLIA, FDA, and other regulatory standards, actively preparing for audits and inspections
• Conduct advanced immunohematology testing, including antigen identification and antibody identification
• Develop and implement laboratory policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs
• Assist in training and mentoring lab staff
• Supervise lab personnel, assign workloads, and provide performance evaluations as needed
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory findings, quality control measures, and instrument maintenance
• Communicate critical results to physicians and healthcare providers in a timely manner
• Investigate transfusion reactions and other serologic discrepancies, providing timely and accurate reports
• Make technical decisions regarding specimen suitability, troubleshooting, and protocol modifications
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
• Required Essential Skills: Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment

Other Duties Disclaimer: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice. Start your rewarding career as a Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer About Fusion Medical Staffing Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and the benefits that travelers deserve. We pride ourselves on our communication skills, accurate job transparency, and traveler-first mentality. At Fusion, you can actually choose your own adventure! Fusion started staffing therapists in 2009, and has since expanded to specialties within the nursing, long-term care, home health, cath lab, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, and radiology fields. We continue to seek out the best talent in the healthcare industry. Our travelers provide the hands that help heal and save patients' lives, and they will continue to fill our client's facilities nationwide. Fusion is committed to transparency and putting our traveler's needs, wants, and preferences first; that means having our travelers be in the driver’s seat of their own careers. When you put your trust in Fusion, we will help you excel in your career and expand your experience. 12489965EXPPLAT