CLS - Lab Chemistry

Clinical Lab Scientist

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

The UC Irvine Student Health Center is a comprehensive outpatient clinic staffed with licensed primary care physicians, psychiatrists, licensed clinical social workers, dentists, physician assistants, registered nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. Medical specialists from various disciplines including dermatology, orthopedics/sports medicine, gynecology, internal medicine, and ENT provide on-site consultation on a regular basis. Student Health also offers basic radiology and clinical laboratory services, insurance consultation, and an on-site pharmacy, making SHC a comprehensive and convenient clinic dedicated to serving students.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Manager, the Clinical Lab Scientist independently performs clinical laboratory procedures accurately and precisely for use in immediate medical diagnosis by Student Health Center staff physicians. Assumes responsibilities and is accountable for direct and indirect patient care in all clinical laboratory functions, such as inventory management, cost management, quality control and quality assurance, customer service, etc.

Required: Highly proficient with veni-puncture and micro collection techniques. Knowledge of current clinical laboratory regulatory procedures and ability to implement these procedures effectively. Skills to maintain and supervise the proficiency training program. Skills to evaluate statistical documentation relative to laboratory procedures and equipment. Skills to monitor laboratory cost effectiveness. Knowledge of current medical laboratory practices and procedures. Skills to handle minor troubleshooting of equipment used in the laboratory. Knowledge and experience in Basic clinical microbiology testing. Knowledge of all the OSHA s and State laws and regulations on lab safety. Knowledge of all State and CLIA 88 laws and regulations, and maintain high level of quality assurance work. Knowledge and experience in clinic chemistry and automation procedures. Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word. Typing ability and computer knowledge for data entry into LIS. Graduation from college with a major in an appropriate scientific field. Must possess current State of California Clinical Lab Science Licensure as a generalist.

Preferred: 1-3 years preferrably two or more years of CLS experience

Special Conditions: Although this position's schedule is M-F and during traditional work hours, weekends or non-traditional work hours may be required for special projects or busy times of the year, or when strict deadlines must be met. Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan background check, verification and continued monitoring of licensure as it applies to the position, and successful completion of our background review or credentialing process, as appropriate to the position. The employee must comply with OSHA, CA/OSHA, and CDC recommendations and requirements regarding vaccination and testing of healthcare employees. current hepatitis B immunizations, annual flu vaccinations, and annual tuberculosis screening. The employee must comply with CDPH and UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy, by providing proof of Full Vaccination or submitting a request for Exception. The expected pay range for this recruitment is $59.43- $71.04 (Hourly).

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct Legal Right to work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.