Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

Education

[Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma]Bachelor's: degree in biology or related science

Certification & Licensure

CLSL-CA Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist.

Typical Experience

2 years recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• 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.
• Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.
• Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.

Workflow Management

• Ability to appropriately respond to:1) Fluctuations in volume.2) Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure.3) Shift-to-Shift hand-offs.4) STAT test orders.5) Specimen integrity issues.6) Regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.
• Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Job Shift

Variably scheduled, Full Time Shift Hours 8 Days Of The Week Variable Weekend Requirements Every other Weekend

Benefits

Yes

Requirements

No

Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Pay Range

$68.50 to $85.62 / hour