Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Full Time Evenings Variable

Washington Hospital Healthcare System; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Hospital Healthcare System in Fremont, California seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform tests across Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, and Urinalysis. You will report results promptly to physicians and perform clerical LIS tasks.

Requirements include a BS in medical technology or biological sciences, CA CLS license, and 0–3 years hospital lab experience. English proficiency and familiarity with LIS are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent in medical technology or biological sciences.
• CA CLS License required.
• 0–3 years hospital or reference lab experience.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write English with good spoken skills.
• Working knowledge of LIS systems and standard office software (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with automated laboratory instruments; good verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, and Urinalysis.
• Report timely and accurate results to physicians.
• Perform clerical tasks and enter data in LIS.
• Handle potentially infectious specimens with appropriate safety practices.
• Maintain knowledge of CLIA and FDA standards.

Skills

Automated laboratory instruments

Verbal and written communication

English language skills

Education

BS in medical technology or biological sciences

Advanced degree or certification

Tools

LIS systems

Job description

Salary Range: $76.65 - $93.46 + applicable differentials

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director, Laboratory Supervisor, or Lead CLS, the CLS performs technical procedures working with little or no direct supervision in any area of the clinical laboratory. These areas include Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, and Urinalysis. Must perform and report timely and accurate tests results to assist physicians on their diagnosis and treatment. Duties include clerical tasks computer usage related laboratory services. Works with potentially infectious blood and body fluids specimens. Must be competent to assess and meet the needs of patient of all age groups or contact appropriate hospital resource for guidance. must also maintain a working knowledge of CLIA, FDA, an agency standard.

Education

• Required: BS or equivalent in medical technology pr biological sciences
• Desired: Advanced degree or certification

Licenses/Certification

• Required: Current CA CLS License

Work Experience

• Required: 0-3 years' experience in a hospital or reference laboratory
• Desired: Generalist experience in all areas of the laboratory

Language Skills

• Required: Ability to read, comprehend, and write English with good spoken skills

Computer Skills

• Required: Working knowledge of LIS systems. Must be proficient with standard work processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, or similar program
• Desired: Background/knowledge of standard DB systems

Other Skills and Abilities

• Required: Experience with automated laboratory instruments, effective verbal and written communication skills

Other Qualifications

• Required: Must be able to work weekends variable shifts, etc