Position Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) / Radiopharmacy Technician supports the manufacturing, compounding, and quality control of clinical and radiopharmaceutical products in compliance with State and Federal regulations. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, accurate, and timely production while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards. This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing in areas such as:
- Allergy testing
- Clinical chemistry (e.g., metabolic panels, enzyme assays)
- Hematology (CBCs with no manual differentials).
- Perform complex compounding and manufacturing activities, including cyclotron operation and chemistry module operation, under supervision as required by State and Federal law
- Execute quality control testing using analytical equipment such as TLC, HPLC, and GC
- Participate in complex inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting to support manufacturing and testing equipment
- Implement approved SOP updates related to production and quality control processes
- Conduct Daily, Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly Preventive Maintenance (PM) checks on: Cyclotrons, Chemistry Modules, Quality Control (QC) equipment, in accordance with established SOPs
- Support logistics and distribution activities, including: Preparing products for shipment, Coordinating courier schedules, Completing required documentation and records
- Conduct laboratory tests on blood, tissue, and other specimens
- Operate and maintain clinical lab equipment
- Report and validate test results used by physicians for diagnosis and treatment
- Adhere to all cGMP, cGLP, CLIA, CAP, and regulatory requirements (State, Federal, and accrediting bodies)
- Maintain accurate and complete batch records, QC documentation, and logs
- LIS build and LIS maintenance
- Support internal audits, inspections, and corrective actions as needed
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field (required)
- Coursework must include:
- 16 semester hours of chemistry, including analytical and biological chemistry.
- 16 semester hours of biological sciences, including microbiology, hematology, and immunology.
- 3 semester hours of physics, math, or statistics.
- Experience
- Experience working in a sterile or clean room laboratory/environment.
- Experience in clinical laboratory, radiopharmacy, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
- Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (TLC, HPLC, GC) preferred
- Licensure & Certifications
- CLS license or applicable laboratory certification (required based on state regulations)
- Skills & Abilities
- Analytical Chemistry Equipment and Processes (HPLC, GC, TLC)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOP-driven processes
- Detail oriented and have strong critical thinking skills.
- Work well independently.
- Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processing and e-mail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- You can lift up to 100Lbs
- Willing to work night shifts and alternating shifts as needed.
Compensation
The hourly range for this position is $45.00-60.00/hour. The actual compensation for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skills, education, and experience.