CLS - Lab Chemistry

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2657017 Onsite 107500007 Clin Lab Special Chem Hillview Allied Health PALO ALTO, 3375 Hillview Ave, California

Job Location

Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, CA

Job Overview

Serve as a technical resource to internal hospital staff and external entities; develop policies and procedures; review technical work of others, solve complex technical problems; develop teaching protocols/curriculums in addition to the essential function of the CLS. Educates internally and externally as requested.

What You Will Do

Adheres to all safety/health regulatory and state/federal legal requirements and the policies, operating procedures, and Service Standards of the Hospitals.

Conducts statistical analysis of tests using clinical laboratory techniques in chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology or related laboratory specialties.

Evaluates and interprets test relative to established guidelines and reference material. Reach conclusions, assign results, and conduct further testing or other actions as needed.

Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures examining specimens for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.

Performs maintenance and function checks on electronic, analytical equipment and perform operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.

Provides consultation regarding the appropriateness of the testing ordered and interpretation of test results. Assists clients in ensuring the appropriate test are ordered.

Serves as a technical resource to others. Accesses training needs and participates in-service training of laboratory personnel.

May act as designee in the absence of supervisor or manager. Rotate as weekend lead, take on special projects and performs more complex, intense preventative maintenance.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university

Experience Qualifications

Four (4) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions

Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines

Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Knowledge of chemistry, biology, microbiology and related laboratory sciences

Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area

Knowledge of laboratory controls, methods, procedures and regulations

Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes

Licenses and Certifications

CLS or

CLS Limited - Clinical Laboratory Scientist

CLS-CHEM - Clinical Chemist Scientist License

CLS-CYTO - Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist License

CLS-GMB - Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist License

CLS-HEMA - Clinical Hematologist Scientist License

CLS-HISTO - Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist License

CLS-IMM - Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License

CLS-MICRO - Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License

CLS-TOX - Clinical Toxicologist Scientist License

For Microbiology, Virology, Cytology or Genomics Labs only:

PHM – California Certified Public Health Microbiologist; or

CGMBS – Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist, or

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Compensation

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $77.81 - $87.64 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.

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