Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: TruArc Health
Location: Villa Park
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description We are seeking a talented Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Generalist to join our team. The CLS will perform laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Who are we? We are the go-to laboratory for comprehensive testing, offering clinical bloodwork, pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing, infectious disease testing, and toxicology testing. We are committed to delivering fast, accurate, and actionable results. Duties: The work schedule for this position is Tuesday-Saturday. The Clinical Laboratory Specialist (CLS) will Perform complex analytical tests and procedures, recognizing deviations from expected results and taking appropriate actions to maintain accuracy and precision. Onsite maintenance/troubleshooting of Sciex instruments as required Follow established procedures, evaluate and solve problems related to specimen collection and processing for analysis. Performs complex analytical tests or procedures, recognizes deviation from expected results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision Ensure that all documentation provided associated with test results, maintenance records, and quality control are detailed, accurate and legible Monitor Quality Control data, taking action based on data as needed. Supervise laboratory technicians during testing processes to ensure compliance with SOPs and regulations. Ensure that instruments are running at their optimum performance through routine and preventive maintenance. Assist in training and orientation of laboratory staff. Assist in composing, reviewing, updating, and revising SOPs. Monitor equipment performance through QA/QC procedures. Skills: Experience with Sciex Mass Spectrometer instruments and resulting with Analyst software Flow cytometry (CT) Data management proficiency Clinical laboratory operations Specimen collection processing Assay knowledge Qualifications Education & Experience Requirements: (all requirements must be met for this position) Bachelor of Science and/or equivalent training for California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License. Valid and Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist’s license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services. Minimum 1-year prior preferred experience in a clinical laboratory setting or related work environment to include: specialized and complex analysis, quality control, calibration, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance, quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Previous experience and a working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook Other Qualification & Requirements: Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and manage time efficiently. Ability to follow precise directions in situation requiring speed, accuracy, and efficiency. Ability to accurately identify specimens Ability to work as part of a team, capable of working under deadlines without sacrificing quality, and the willingness to train in other areas of the lab. Self-motivated, well-organized, reliable, and able to prioritize workload. Ability to handle biological materials. Familiarity with CLIA and CAP regulatory requirements. Conduct activities in compliance with CLIA and other regulatory guidelines. Adheres to laboratory safety practices, including but not limited to OSHA blood-borne pathogens, HIPAA, and hazardous chemicals training and monitoring. Identify and report unsafe equipment, conditions, and practices so that they may be corrected prior to an incident. Physical Demands & Environmental The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time in a laboratory environment. Must be able to work with clinical and environmental samples, including, but not limited to blood, urine, etc. Utilization of fingers and hands Required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, and distance vision Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and extreme cold, sharps, blood, and bodily fluids. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Condition of Employment: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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