Clinical Laboratory Scientist 2nd (US Citizen)- San Juan Capistr Jobs

Job Title

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

Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing. Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
• Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Performs Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results, to determine acceptability of result release.
• Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria. Initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
• Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems.
• Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
• Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
• Demonstrates effective two-way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers, via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
• Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager.
• 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 direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures.
• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education.
• 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.

Required Work Experience

• Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• 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.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Other automation skills helpful.

Educational

• BS in medical technology or other life/physical sciences from an accredited college or university is REQUIRED
• Current state CLS license - Required in the state of CA

Comments

group id: 10426804