Clin Lab Scientist III

KPC Health; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join their team. This pivotal role involves performing clinical laboratory tests and collecting specimens to aid in diagnosing and treating diseases. The ideal candidate will have a CA license and a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry, along with substantial lab experience, particularly in transfusion services. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of quality control and may lead shifts in the absence of supervision. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful healthcare solutions in a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life and AD&D

401k plan with company match

Generous PTO plan

Pet Insurance Discount Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• CA license required and a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or Chemistry.
• 6-10 years of lab experience, including transfusion services.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens and perform clinical laboratory tests.
• Resolve technical issues and function as lead CLS when needed.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Testing

Data Input and Reporting

Technical Issue Resolution

Quality Control Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

CA license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job description

The posted pay scale represents the range the Company reasonably expects to pay candidates for this position. The actual wage for this position may depend on factors such as experience and education, specific skills and abilities, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, an applicable collective bargaining agreement, and Company business practices.

Under limited supervision, collects specimens and performs clinical laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in accordance with accepted standards and practices. Inputs data and retrieves reports from computer as necessary. In the absence of supervisor, may function as lead shift CLS, resolving technical and operational issues in conjunction with administration or house supervisor. Additionally, may function as bench supervisor in absence of technical supervisor, creating or reviewing QC and/or QA documentation as needed and delegated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. CA license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or Chemistry
3. 6-10 years’ experience in relevant areas of the lab, including transfusion services
4. Experience with state and federal regulations including CA, CAP, and Cal/OSHA
5. Lead CLS experience in one or more laboratory departments preferred

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage is provided for all full time and part time employees*
• Medical is 100% employer paid including dependents*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous PTO plan*
• Pet Insurance Discount Program*
• Employee Discount Program*
  *Per diem staff ineligible