Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a per diem/casual CLS in the San Francisco area. You will perform a broad range of laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, and high- or moderate-complexity testing to support patient diagnosis and care.

Responsibilities include ensuring privacy and safety, complying with regulations, and collaborating with care teams. A Bachelor's degree and CLS Generalist certification are required, with flexibility for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required prior to start date.
• CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist certification required.
• Experience with phlebotomy, specimen handling, and QA/QC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute procedures in assigned lab areas to deliver accurate results.
• Perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic testing on specimens.
• Include phlebotomy, specimen processing, QC/QA and complex testing as needed.
• If in Transfusion Service, manage blood products and inventory.

Skills

Specimen collection

Phlebotomy

Laboratory operations

Quality assurance

Quality control

Patient interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist

Job description

Schedule Per Diem/Casual

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness Position Overview Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA). If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing. Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of CLS license Education Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree provided prior to start date

Certification & Licensure

• CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist

Skills And Knowledge Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service. Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties. Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors Workflow Management Ability To Appropriately Respond To

• Fluctuations in volume.
• Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure.
• Shift-to-Shift hand-offs.
• STAT test orders.
• Specimen integrity issues.
• Regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients. Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes. Job Shift Varied Schedule Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours 8 Days Of The Week Variable Weekend Requirements Every other Weekend Benefits No Unions No Position Status Non-Exempt Weekly Hours 0 Employee Status Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $69.88 to $97.82 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.