Clinical Laboratory Scientist Entry Level

Kaiser Permanente; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing to support patient care. The role emphasizes quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and data accuracy in a collaborative health system.

The position requires a Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences and a California CLS license, with responsibilities including supervision of Lab Assistants and adherence to laboratory SOPs.

Qualifications

• Reading and comprehension of simple instructions, memos and short correspondence.
• Willingness to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Refer to collective bargaining agreement for position specifications.

Responsibilities

• Verify proper specimen and test for each patient.
• Perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures and data analyses.
• Conduct quality control and validate results against reference ranges.
• Maintain and calibrate lab instruments; document repairs and maintenance.
• Release results per SOP and train Lab Assistants as needed.
• Provide supervision to Lab Assistants and Clerical Personnel as required by lab regulations.

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences

Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols.

Essential Responsibilities:

Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed. Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing. Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director or designee. Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data. Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine reasonableness of test results. Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc). Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results. Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data. Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. Performs other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. Corporate Compliance Accountability: Consistently supports the precepts of Corporate Compliance and Principles of Responsibility by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with integrity, reporting observed fraud and abuse and complying with applicable state, federal and local laws and program policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Education

• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience may be substituted for bachelors degree. Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License.

License, Certification, Registration

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California)

Additional Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Computer application experience/proficiency preferred.