Clinical Lab Scientist II

Clinical Lab Scientist II

This licensed position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Pay Range: $41.17 - $69.99 / hour; Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• Healthyminds mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• Finfit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• And so much more!

Responsibilities

• Consistently and independently perform the most complex level of clinical tests following the required procedures and policies. Perform newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
• Oversee the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls. Test new reagents or controls and evaluate their usefulness based on standard criteria.
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Determine calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enter results of testing. Check the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of results. Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results.
• Evaluate the acceptability of routine and complex analysis prior to releasing patient reports. Recognize and take appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and document action taken.
• Responsible for scheduled preventative maintenance troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Evaluate the results of instrument performance checks. Perform linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required.
• Perform Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluate results to determine acceptability of result release.
• Select and evaluate control materials using established criteria. Initiate a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
• Accurately perform and record proficiency testing.
• Demonstrate the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems. Notify the supervisor, and contact manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if necessary.
• Ensure accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
• Consistently maintain a safe and neat work area.
• Train staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures. Support Training Programs, where applicable.
• Assist the supervisor to update and maintain the computer database for their area of testing responsibility and/or the department.
• Work with Group Lead and Supervisory staff to scheduling effective weekly workloads.
• Assist department supervisor or manager by providing technical direction to staff members. May provide feedback to supervisor on individual and/or team learning progress.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
• Take on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager. This may include but not be limited to: evaluation of new techniques and procedures in terms of personnel and requirements, method comparison, cost analysis, establishment of reference ranges, writing and revising technical procedures, and evaluation of productivity and key results measures.
• Responsible for following all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Provides constant direction to unlicensed staff as required.
• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education. The continuing education must meet the education requirements for California state licensure.
• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:

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Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Have good eye and hand coordination.
• Testing for color blindness will be required upon hiring or transfer into technical functions requiring detection of, or rating of intensity of colors (e.g., Fluorescent microscopy reading).

Knowledge:

N/A

Skills:

• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Other automation skills helpful.

Education Bachelor's Degree (Required)

License/Certifications Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g. California) (Required)

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While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.