Clinical Laboratory Scientist Extern

Kaiser Permanente; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Roseville, CA seeks an entry-level CLS extern to continue training under the Laboratory Director. You will perform pre- and post-analytical tasks, ensure correct testing, and support quality assurance in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include specimen verification, instrument loading, data entry for analyses, and collaboration with licensed staff to ensure patient care quality. This is a temporary externship with day shifts.

Qualifications

• Reading and comprehension of instructions, memos, and short correspondence.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.

Responsibilities

• Verify correct specimen and test for the patient.
• Perform tests on post-verified specimens and review results with supervisor.
• Load specimens on analyzers and locate specimens for add-on tests.
• Ensure specimen adequacy and proper handling by licensed personnel.
• Follow quality control procedures to maintain data accuracy.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments under supervision.
• Record repairs and maintenance on instrument logs.
• Enter data for statistical analyses supporting CLS evaluations.
• Assist with special projects as directed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing simple correspondence

Presentation skills

Team environment

Education

CLS training program completion

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, continues CLS training on analytical procedures and performs pre-analytical and post-analytical procedures according to the California Lab Law and Regulations permitted for non-licensed personnel. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols.

Essential Responsibilities

• For analyzing practice cases, correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed.
• Using the training environment, performs tests on post-verified patient specimens and unknowns and reviews results with supervisor or designee for competency assessment.
• Loads specimens on analyzers as directed by a CLS and locates specimens for add-on tests.
• Demonstrates the ability to determine the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing and gives specimens to licensed laboratory personnel for final disposition.
• Practices quality control procedures and demonstrates an understanding of the importance of quality control for ensuring accuracy of clinical data.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure and under the supervision of a CLS.
• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.
• Receives supplies into a testing area; dates and stores appropriately under the direction of the CLS.
• Performs data entry for statistical analysis to support the CLSs evaluation, validation and correlation studies.
• As directed by the supervisor or manager, assists with special projects not requiring licensed staff.

Basic Qualifications

• 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.

Education

• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) or related field and recently completed a California State approved CLS training program at a Kaiser Permanente Northern California facility and eligible to take the State approved CLS licensing exam by start of the CLS Extern position.

License, Certification, Registration

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer application experience/proficiency preferred.

Primary Location: California,Roseville,Roseville Hospital

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Day

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, *CLS Externship is a maximum of 90 day transitional position, Expected length of employment up to 90 days

Working Hours Start: 06:30 AM

Working Hours End: 03:00 PM

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Temporary

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A12|IFPTE|Local 20

Job Level: Entry Level

Department: Roseville Hospital - Pathology/Lab-Clinical Lab - 0206

Pay Range: $25.35 - $25.35 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: No

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.