About This Role
This full-time Clinical Laboratory Scientist position is in the Laboratory Department, where the incumbent obtains clinical specimens and performs a variety of technical laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. The role involves working in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, bacteriology, blood bank, serology, and related assignments.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized technical testing in all areas of the laboratory
- Analyze and interpret test results
- Maintain detailed records of tests performed including reports, logs, and QC checklists
- Perform required testing of specimens following standardized procedures and policies
- Perform and evaluate quality control testing
- Receive, log, prioritize, process and evaluate specimens for acceptability and integrity
- Prepare paperwork and specimens for referral to outside laboratories
- Perform quality control tests and calibrations on reagents and instruments used in testing procedures
- Operate and perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on a wide variety of laboratory equipment
- Prepare and maintain proper reagents, controls and standards used in individual test procedures
- Follow prescribed laboratory policies and procedures
- Observe laboratory and hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures
- Observe safe work methods and safety precautions relevant to the work
- Remain abreast of new development related to clinical laboratory technology through continuing education
- Answer questions from hospital personnel regarding testing procedures and results
- Transmit and interpret tests results
- Perform venous and skin punctures for blood collection as required
- Take inventory of materials and supplies used in the work
- May prepare orders for supplies and materials
- May orient, train and instruct others in job duties
Requirements
- Possession of a valid license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Health Services or the ability to obtain one prior to start date
- Thorough knowledge of chemical, bacteriological, serological, hematological and parasitological principles, techniques and terminology
- Working knowledge of procedure materials, supplies and equipment used in routine and specialized laboratory testing
- Working knowledge of the calibration, operation and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment
- Working knowledge of quality control techniques and procedures
- Some knowledge of basic computer applications related to laboratory work
