Clinical Lab Scientist I, Cytogenetics - FT - Day

Cedars-Sinai; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is hiring an entry-level Clinical Laboratory Scientist I to work under the supervision of senior staff. The role involves performing routine laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, and documenting quality control to ensure accurate test results for patient care.

Responsibilities include supporting standard lab operations, recognizing problems, and reporting results with sensitivity to the patient populations served.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related science.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited license appropriate for the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tests and may perform some technically complex assays.
• Operate and maintain test equipment, document QC, report test results, and support routine lab operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related science

Job description

Job Description

What will you be doing in this role?

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I (CLS I) is an entry level position that functions under the direction of senior technical personnel. Responsibilities include performing routine laboratory tests and may include some technically complex assays. The CLS I’s activities include operating and maintaining test equipment, performing, and documenting QC, recognizing, and responding to problems, and verifying and reporting test results. Additional duties include general support functions necessary for the routine operation of the laboratory. Performs all job duties with sensitivity and attention to the developmental issues of the patient population(s) being served.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Baccalaureate degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related science.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited license appropriate for the area of responsibility.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting and standing; occasional walking and bending; occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds for distances to 10 feet.
• Frequent use of computer keyboards, monitors, and telephones.
• Responsiveness to auditory alarms and communication devices including telephones, beepers, fire alarms, mechanical failure alarms.
• Near visual acuity including color differentiation.
• Sufficient mobility to access equipment, patients, and other customers.