Clinical Laboratory Scientist Per Diem

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Per Diem

This position supports departmental goals through the performance of timely and accurate analytical blood and body fluid analysis in one or more of the technical sections including Transfusion Services, Chemistry/Special Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis/Special Coagulation, Immunology/Flow Cytometry, Microbiology, Point of Care (POC), Toxicology, and Molecular Pathology.

Minimum Qualifications:

• California State License for Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent specialty license
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Technical knowledge in one or more of the following sections: Transfusion Services, Chemistry, Flow Cytometry, Hematology/Hemostasis/Special Coagulation, Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Lab, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Pathology, Point of Care Testing, Special Chemistry, and/or Toxicology.
• Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements for testing and laboratory safety.
• Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgment, tact and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of quality assurance, quality system essentials, continuous quality improvement, metrics, data analysis and audit processes.
• Ability to recognize processes that could lead to failures; ability to resolve and report errors and aberrant results appropriately.
• Technical knowledge to troubleshoot instrument/equipment problems and utilize appropriate resources to resolve problems.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and assist coworkers when needed, to accept directions from direct and indirect supervisors, to make changes based on supervisor's evaluation.
• Ability to use Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), EPIC EMR, hospital incident reporting systems (e.g. RL Solutions).
• Knowledge of personal computer, word processing, data management, and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to utilize effective listening and questioning techniques to educate trainees, residents and physicians in clear and concise manner.
• Ability to maintain reports, documents and records according to policy and regulations.
• Ability to work prioritize and work well under pressure and remain flexible in changing and fast-paced work environment and meet turnaround times while maintaining a high level of work performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• 80% - Technical Responsibilities
• 20% - General Duties

Department Overview:

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department whose mission is to create a healthier world through bold innovation in public health, education, technology and research. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating and ultimately preventing disease. Pathology brings these efforts together with education and patient care to transform the field. This position sets the highest standards for professionalism and competency in providing high quality customer service, diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients within UCDHS and its affiliates.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Salary or Pay Range: $76.59-$76.59

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: 127

UC Job Title: CLIN LAB SCI PD

UC Job Code: 008956

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem

Percentage of Time: up to 20%

Shift (Work Schedule): Variable

Location: Surgery & Emergency Serv PAV (HSP010)

Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals

Benefits Eligible: No

Physical Demands:

Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands:

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands:

Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Work Environment:

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Incumbent must be able to work variable shifts. Shifts include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Be able to work overtime as necessary within the UC Davis Health System Policies and Procedures. Must be willing to adhere to all Departmental and Hospital Policies and Protocols. Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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