Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Per Diem-Moreno Valley

About the role

Performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA). Conducts specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory, including Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology, and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for diagnostic use. Analyzes test results for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Provides high-level patient care as defined by established standards and maintains confidentiality of all tests performed.
• Performs and reports test results for all assigned clinical laboratory procedures, both automated and manual, without immediate review by supervisory staff.
• Demonstrates proficiency, competency, and understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing, and all operations related to laboratory testing.
• Troubleshoots equipment and test methods; identifies and resolves unusual laboratory situations and notifies appropriate parties within shift.
• Consults with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals on technical aspects of methodologies, test utilization, and interpretation of patient results.
• Instructs new employees and Clinical Laboratory Scientist students in laboratory procedures to develop proficiency and understanding.
• Provides training, guidance, and technical information to Laboratory Assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students, and Medical Center personnel.
• Participates in workgroups to address departmental problems, issues, or goals.
• Assists in evaluating new test procedures and communicates implementation possibilities to the supervisory team.
• Meets state requirements for mandatory continuing education units (CEUs).
• Maintains safety, infection control, and procedure protocols in accordance with laboratory, Kaiser Permanente, and regulatory agency policies.
• Monitors supplies and reagents, notifying appropriate parties when levels are low.
• May perform clerical or support duties, including phlebotomy on inpatients and outpatients.
• Assists in work areas outside primary assignment as needed.
• Operates computerized laboratory data systems and applications.
• Provides direct patient care by educating patients on laboratory tests, instructing on specimen requirements, and collecting samples (e.g., blood, body fluids, secretions, and tissues).

Requirements

• One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS). Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this requirement waived.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California).
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of principles, theories, practices, methodologies, and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

For Moreno Valley Community Hospital employees: Qualifications must align with those listed on the previous Valley Health System job description.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications, if specified by the hiring manager, are desirable and above minimum requirements. These should be job-related and directly relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Schedule

• Shift: Night
• Workdays: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Working Hours: 10:00 PM – 06:30 AM
• Job Schedule: Per Diem
• Worker Location: Onsite

Pay

$72.78 - $78.75 per hour. Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market-competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of the total rewards package. Actual base pay will be determined at offer based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.