Clinical Laboratory Scientist

About This Role Department Laboratory Reports to Director of Laboratory Services Type Requisition # 12774 Position Summary Performs full range of Clinical Laboratory tests available at Chinese Hospital and Clinic CLIA Laboratory. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs full range of Clinical Laboratory tests available at Chinese Hospital CLIA Laboratory, particularly in Hematology, Chemistry, Immunoserology, Blood Bank, Clinical Microscopy and Microbiology. Responsible for monitoring, recognizing and reporting quality control and indicator issues to Technical Operations Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager, particularly in analytical phase of testing. Records any corrective actions as needed. Responsible for calibration and processing validation of instruments as assigned by the Technical Operations Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager. Responsible for processing specimens. Effectively communicates specimen concerns to Non-Technical and Technical department, accordingly. Responsible in performing preventive maintenance, as needed. Coordinate maintenance with lab assistants and CLS’s. Ensures proper operation and maintenance of instrument prior to testing up to releasing of results. Responsible in reporting and releasing assay results, with accuracy and precision in a timely manner. Assist and update the Non-Technical Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager, with any supplies needed in the lab, reagent inventory and equipment issues. Ability to maintain clean bench area after testing as a courtesy for the next user, follow general housekeeping policies as assigned in general laboratory. Understand and abide hospital and department safety procedures and infection control guidelines. Perform proficiency testing and competency assessments. Maintain up to date training records by working closely with Technical Operations Supervisor. Ability to effectively communicate and endorse pending tests and issues between shifts. Ability to maintain required CEU’s and mandatory training classes, meetings, and drills. Provides excellent customer service and shows compassion to all patients, visitors and co-workers. Ability to work with LIS, elevate issues involving assay results and test reference or reportable range. Communicate any data interpretation needed. Ability to maintain patient, employee and company confidentiality. Inform the team about any necessary clinical lab new technology and test progress. Interacts positively with the management, co-workers and others. Accepts and performs other duties as assigned by Technical Operations Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager. Follows Hospital and Department policies and procedures at all times, including but not limited to: Administrative Manual, Environment of Care, Human Resources, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance, Code of Ethics, etc. Attend, actively participate and complete in-services, training classes, mandatory classes, seminars/workshops, staff meetings, exercises and drills; reads all department communication and assigned materials. Customer Service – Provides excellent customer service and shows compassion to all patients, visitors and co-workers. Seeks feedback to ensure all needs are met. Anticipates and recognizes the concerns of others, even if those concerns are not openly expressed. Communication ¬– Keeps manager and team informed of progress, problems, development and plans. Gets along and interacts positively with co-workers and others. Values/Core Competencies: Integrity – We adhere to a code of values and make commitments that contribute to the welfare of our community. Respect – We seek to create a community within our organization that enhances self-worth of individuals working with us and for our patients. The dignity and respect shown to employees by management and by their fellow staff will be the model for caring for our patients. Management is committed to treating employees fairly, honestly and with respect. In return, management expects a commitment from employees to the values of the organization and its work on behalf of the community. Empowerment – we are committed to action and expect all employees to be proactive in decision making and problem solving. We delegate authority to match responsibility, expecting decision making to occur as close to the customer as possible. Team Work – We believe that quality, cost effective, compassionate care can only be provided through team work. The nature of our work and mission require sensitivity to the feelings and points of view of many. We work for the good of the team, are accountable for the results of the team and together share our successes or failures. We maintain an atmosphere of openness, honesty and trust. Accountability – We accept personal responsibility for our actions and take ownership of our results. We as individuals recognize achievement and are challenged to improve our performance by providing and accepting coaching and feedback. Quality Improvement – We will improve value through the process of continuous quality improvement with focus on the relationship between quality and cost. We have a sense of urgency in our search to find better ways of doing everything. We encourage others to try new ideas and measure and recognize results. We are willing to change the status quo to improve. Community collaboration and Benefit – We will collaborate within the limits or our resources with other agencies and providers to address the health care wellness needs of our community, recognizing that access to services must be made available regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. Prudent use of resources – We will use and maintain our assets and resources prudently in order to meet community expectations. Our organization requires an overall positive return on investment to carry out its mission and to invest in new programs, equipment and facilities. We believe that integration simplifies and improves the process of health care and is a means of achieving economies of scale which will ultimately reduce costs. We seek simplification in the process of patient care and the efficient use of our resources in a changing environment. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline from an accredited university, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology, preferred Possess a current California Clinical Laboratory Science license, required NOTE: The California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services (LFS) is responsible for vetting the education and training qualifications of all Clinical Lab Scientists prior to granting them licensure for practicing in the State of California. In addition, Laboratory Field Services oversees the documentation of CLS continued-education on a biannual basis prior to renewing CLS licensure. See California Business and Professions Code 1261. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, staff is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and/or listen. He/she uses his/her hands to do computer work, write reports, do equipment set-up/cleaning/storage, clerical support, etc. He/she will be using the phone frequently. Good vision is needed to be able to read schedules, enter accurate data, etc. He/she must have good general health and demonstrate emotional stability so as to carry out the above-enumerated duties. Able to lift up to 30 pounds. Stand, walk, and move 50% of the day. Use proper body mechanics when handling equipment. Compliance Requirements Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include, following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs. Base Pay Scale Starting at $52.55 – $78.77 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chinese Hospital