Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Temp)

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CA, Bus. & Prof. Code
• Adequately adhere to laboratory procedures for test collection, processing, analysis, and reporting
• Follow established quality control policies and document all corrective actions
• Identify and address issues affecting test performance independently or report to supervisor
• Perform a variety of laboratory procedures using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines
• Maintain and document instrument and equipment maintenance daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed
• Review and verify the accuracy of patient results before release or reporting
• Recognize and account for age-specific variations in expected results
• Ensure proficiency testing samples are analyzed similarly to patient samples and collaborate only after reporting results to relevant authorities
• May perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups
• Assist in developing and maintaining laboratory policies and procedures
• Adhere to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources policies
• In absence of supervisor, may assume responsibility for section or department during shift
• May be assigned responsibilities related to Point-of-Care Testing (POCT)

Qualifications

• Minimum one year work experience performing high complexity testing in hematology, chemistry, blood bank, and microbiology, or completed an approved internship training program
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in biological science, chemical, physical, biological science, Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Training or work experience must comprehensively cover all areas of the clinical laboratory
• Current and valid California State License required

Pay

Reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $51.20 to $51.20. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package includes paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.