CLS QC Lab

Perform test procedures in Transfusion Service. Operate laboratory instrumentation and equipment to accurately generate test results. Initiate troubleshooting of errant laboratory instrumentation and equipment as needed. Follow established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks in the section. Investigate transfusion reaction investigations immediately per procedure, including performing clerical checks, repeat testing, quarantine of co-components and notification of resident.

Recognize and follow through on unexpected or abnormal results by initiating problem solving techniques and notifying a supervisor and/or resident, as appropriate.

Perform all duties of “Lead/traffic tech” when assigned, including successful management of Emergency Release and Massive Transfusion Protocol products, and follow up of pending tests and product orders.

Perform all duties related to entering into inventory, verifying data in UNOS website, allocating, modifying and issuing Organs and Vessels.

Perform, document, and analyze instrument and manual QC testing results. Perform repeat testing, testing with a different lot number, or initiate troubleshooting when results are not within acceptable range. Complete the procedures for the quality control tasks as assigned; Recognize and investigate unexpected quality control test results; Complete all documentation concurrently, in ink (or in LIS), and with neat and legible writing.

Strive to make fewer than three (3) non-computer clerical or “human” errors per year, to include but not restricted to labeling and return-to-stock errors.

Strive to avoid any error or break in established procedure which results in the issue of the wrong unit of blood. “Wrong unit” components include but are not restricted to: a) units other than those reserved or crossmatched for a particular patient, and b) random (stock) units when donor designated or autologous units of the component requested are available at UCSF.

Complete training and competency within assigned time frames. Work successfully without close or continual supervision. Replenish supplies at work station and clean and organize work areas at the end of the work shift.

Assist coworkers when own tasks are complete, or during emergency/urgent situations that require additional support. Serve as a resource for hospital lab technicians, help them prioritize tasks as needed.

Assist with training of new staff or students as assigned.

Adhere to section’s infection control and personal protection guidelines, including wearing buttoned lab coat, gloves and face protection when handling patient samples. Exercises proper care and precautions to protect self and group from health hazards. Organize and efficiently manage the tasks assigned to each rotation in order to complete the assignments by the end of the work shift.

Inform the next shift of all on-going problems and pending blood orders.

Adhere to all policies and procedures as established by the UCSF Medical Center, and for Clinical Labs specific policies and procedures.

Enter data/test results into computer accurately

Demonstrate effective communication skills when giving information to hospital personnel regarding blood availability, departmental policies and procedures, designated donor and autologous blood.

Assists with answering phone calls and in-person questions. Routinely record the time of a telephone report on the requisition, in addition to the name of the person to whom the report is given.

Strive not to make more than three (3) computer errors per year in each of the following categories: a) Entry of blood components into inventory and changing the status of units in inventory. Task C: Use and/or operate Blood Bank equipment correctly

Operate Blood Bank equipment and analytical instruments correctly and safely.

Discontinue and/or prevent use of equipment which is not maintaining acceptable performance or temperature using Out of Service tag system.

Perform maintenance on equipment as assigned or instructed by a supervisor or specialist. Document tasks and results on appropriate logs.

Never modify or alter equipment or settings without consulting and obtaining approval from a supervisor.

Task D: Perform additional tests, projects or special studies when requested by a supervisor

Complete the testing of survey material, special studies, SOP validations, or projects within the time frame agreed upon with supervisor; Initiate problem reports, online variance or incident reports to document injuries, complaints, or errors.

Bachelor of Science degree

A valid California Department of Health Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or a limited license in Immunohematology

Maintain active license and follow Clinical Lab CLS licensure policy

Recent experience performing clinical lab testing in Transfusion Service

Prefer two years’ Blood Bank or Transfusion Service experience in a high-volume lab within the last five years, to include but not exclusive of, experience in:

Blood Bank quality control procedures

Use of hospital and laboratory information (computer) systems

Experience performing testing on an automated platform

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. 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 status under state or federal law.

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