Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Extern Training & Quality Control

Kaiser Permanente; Modesto (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a CLS extern trainee to continue training under the Laboratory Director or designee. You will perform pre-analytical and post-analytical procedures per California Lab Laws, enhancing patient care through quality assurance and interdepartmental cooperation.

The role emphasizes competency validation, specimen handling, and participation in special projects under supervision. Completion of a Kaiser Permanente CLS training program and eligibility for licensing exam are

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and others.

Responsibilities

• Verify proper specimen and test for patients.
• Perform tests in training environment and review results with supervisor for competency.
• Load specimens on analyzers and locate specimens for add-on tests.
• Demonstrate ability to assess specimen adequacy and hand to licensed staff for final disposition.
• Practice quality control procedures to ensure data accuracy.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and troubleshoot on instruments under supervision.
• Record repairs and maintenance in instrument logs.
• Receive and store supplies under CLS direction.
• Enter data for statistical analysis to support evaluations.
• Assist with special projects as directed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Communication

Willing to work in LMP environment

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) or related field

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a CLS extern trainee to continue training under the Laboratory Director or designee. You will perform pre-analytical and post-analytical procedures per California Lab Laws, enhancing patient care through quality assurance and interdepartmental cooperation.

The role emphasizes competency validation, specimen handling, and participation in special projects under supervision. Completion of a Kaiser Permanente CLS training program and eligibility for licensing exam are