Temporary Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Part Time - AM Shift

About the role

This position involves performing pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing in various clinical laboratory areas including Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology, and chemical and morphological examinations. The role requires obtaining data for diagnosis and recording laboratory test results for the population served.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards and maintains confidentiality on all tests performed.
• Performs and reports test results for clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated and manual, without immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team.
• Demonstrates proficiency, competency, and understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.
• Maintains and is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing, and all operations related to laboratory testing procedures.
• Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities affecting test results.
• Identifies and resolves unusual laboratory situations and notifies appropriate parties within the shift.
• Consults with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization, and interpretation of patient results.
• Instructs new employees and/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist students in laboratory procedures within their assigned area, to develop proficiency and understanding of clinical laboratory methodology.
• Provides training, guidance, and pertinent technical information to Laboratory Assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students, and Medical Center personnel.
• Participates in work groups to address problems, issues, or goals of the department.
• Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested and communicates the possibilities for their implementation to the Supervisory team.
• Maintains compliance with states' requirements for mandatory Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• Operates computerized laboratory data systems/applications.
• Participates in direct patient care by providing information to enhance understanding of laboratory tests, instructing patients on specimen requirements, and collecting samples such as blood, body fluids, secretions, and tissues for analysis.

Requirements

• High School Education or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) required.
• Experience in automated instrumentation, knowledge of testing principles, molecular-based procedures, QC protocols, and special coagulation methods.
• Knowledge of method validations, hematology validation, QC and calibration, manual diff count, and electrophoresis, chromatography, and mass spectrometry.
• Experience in flow cytometry analysis and T cell subset enumeration.

Qualifications

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Skills

• Proficiency in clinical laboratory procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and test methods.
• Good communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant laboratory techniques and technologies.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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