CLS - Lab Chemistry

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation Position Overview:
Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA). If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing.
Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of CLS license Job Description :
Performs procedures to complete test order entry, specimen collection and specimen processing/handling.

• Performs analyses of biological specimens using automated and manual test methods of waived moderate or high complexity (per CLIA definition), producing test results necessary for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease.
• EQUIPMENT: • Calibrates and adjusts laboratory equipment according to requirements and manufacturer’s guidelines, including providing regular preventive maintenance (where automated methods are used) of analytical equipment and performing minor adjustments and repairs.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

• Scope of QA duties and tasks includes maintaining a safe and orderly work area, inventory management, quality control, proficiency testing, record keeping, privacy, security and confidentiality, and continual process improvement. CUSTOMER SUPPORT: • Contributes to the satisfaction of internal and external customers by responding to and resolving - inquiries, complaints, and problems; Manages blood product inventory, maintaining adequate working and safety stock.
• Performs pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures for moderate and high complexity testing.
• Prepares and issues blood products for transfusion.

COMPLIANCE: • Adheres to applicable laws, regulations, codes, accreditation standards, policies, processes and procedures.
Bachelor's degree provided prior to start date
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CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist

Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.

1. Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure.
2. Shift-to-Shift hand-offs.

Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Job Shift:
Full Time Shift Hours:
Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements:
Yes Unions:
Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.