Clinical Lab Scientist III

Alameda Health System; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System in Oakland, California is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist III to act as a lead worker in a licensed laboratory, perform the most complex tests, and guide a team.

The role includes supervising staff, maintaining quality control, coordinating with management, and contributing to special projects as needed. Compensation reflects experience and licensure, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years as CLS II or three years as CLS in a licensed lab, with one year in a lead capacity.
• Valid California CLS or Bioanalyst license.
• Master's or PhD may substitute for years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a clinical laboratory unit and supervise staff.
• Perform complex microbiological, hematological, chemical, parasitological, mycological and serological tests.
• Maintain quality control records and perform instrument maintenance.
• Communicate with management on changes, problems, and trends.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Complex testing

Education

Master's degree in Biology or Chemistry

PhD in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist III

Alameda Health System Oakland, California, United States

About this position

Clinical Lab Scientist III

SUMMARY: Under the direction, to act as a lead worker in a licensed clinical laboratory unit; to perform the more complex laboratory tests; and to do related work as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

1. Assigns and reviews the work of a clinical laboratory unit; assists in training employees; provides input to management staff on performance evaluations and disciplinary matters; answers difficult questions and solves the more complex problems of a laboratory unit; maintains proper inventory levels of all reagents and supplies for a unit and reorders when necessary.
2. Performs a variety of microbiological, hematological, chemical, parasitological, mycological and serological tests using manual/automated laboratory instruments.
3. Maintains records and documentation on quality control procedures; performs preventative maintenance on each instrument to check for consequence of error; troubleshoots laboratory operations.
4. Interfaces with laboratory management to provide on-going dialogue of changes, problems, and trends; assists management staff in planning and developing activities and may perform special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Two years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II with Alameda County Medical Center, OR the equivalent of three years of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a licensed clinical laboratory, including one year in a lead or supervisory capacity. (A Master's degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry or related field may be substituted for an additional two years of experience).

Required Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Bioanalyst in California.

Pay Range: $80.50 - $109.31 / Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Salary Information

$80.5 - $109.31Hourly Wage