Technical Lab - Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Description/Comment: Summary


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. Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require


defined skills.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions,


standards, and controls. Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness


based on standard criteria.
• 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. Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times


of results.
• Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.


Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or


unexpected results, and documents action taken.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory


equipment.
• Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks. Performs linearity, accuracy and


precision checks as required.
• 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. Notifies


the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if


necessary.
• 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. 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 direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in


proper performance of both routine and complex procedures. Supports Training Programs,


where applicable.
• 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.

Required Work Experience:
• Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting. - offer rate based on years of experience

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).

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

EEO:
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."


While Mindlance is an equal opportunity employer our clients require that we conduct background checks on all hires who receive a contingent offer of employment. It is understood that any offer extended by Mindlance is contingent on meeting the requirements set forth by the client which may include but are not necessarily limited to: criminal history (including sexual crimes), verification of social security number, employment verification, motor vehicle records (sales staff or any staff receiving car allowance), verification of education, professional licensure where applicable, and debarment authorities. This process is conducted to verify the accuracy of the information provided by the candidate. A guilty misdemeanor or felony conviction on an applicant's record does not in any way render the applicant ineligible for hire however all convictions will be escalated to the compliance team.

Offer of Employment Process

When making any offer of employment to a successful candidate, Mindlance staff is responsible to the hiring party to inform the candidate of the client's intent to extend a contingent offer of employment. Upon the successful completion of the background check and drug screen, the submission of all Mindlance paperwork along with any client specific documents the associate will be cleared for their assignment. Once the start instructions are received, which is typically the Friday prior to the candidate's start date the associate will receive starting instructions from the account management team.