Clinical Lab Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & Quality

Kaiser Permanente; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing to support patient care and diagnoses. The role includes supervisory duties for Lab Assistants and adherence to quality assurance protocols.

Responsibilities include specimen verification, instrument maintenance, data validation with reference ranges, and compliance with laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• Six months related experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree or military experience may substitute for Bachelor's degree.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) required.

Responsibilities

• Verify proper specimen and test for each patient.
• Analyze clinical laboratory specimens using approved methods; perform quality control.
• Use reference ranges to assess results and confirm critical values before release.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and calibration on instruments; document maintenance.
• Record repairs and maintenance; release results per SOPs; train lab assistants.
• Supervise Lab Assistants and Clerical Personnel as required by lab law and regulations; uphold compliance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing to support patient care and diagnoses. The role includes supervisory duties for Lab Assistants and adherence to quality assurance protocols.

Responsibilities include specimen verification, instrument maintenance, data validation with reference ranges, and compliance with laboratory procedures.