Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Full Time Evenings Variable

Washington Hospital Healthcare System; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Hospital Healthcare System in Fremont, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform technical procedures across Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology and Urinalysis under supervision. The role requires a BS in medical technology or biological sciences, CA CLS license, and 0–3 years hospital lab experience; advanced degree or certification preferred.

Proficiency with LIS, MS Office, and automated instruments is expected.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent in medical technology or biological sciences.
• Advanced degree or certification preferred.
• Current CA CLS License is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology and Urinalysis.
• Report timely and accurate test results to assist physicians.
• Carry out clerical tasks related to laboratory services and use computer systems.
• Work with potentially infectious blood and body fluids specimens.
• Meet needs of patients of all age groups or contact appropriate hospital resources.
• Maintain knowledge of CLIA, FDA and agency standards.

Skills

LIS systems

Office suite

Lab instrumentation

Communication

Safety and biohazard handling

Education

BS in medical technology or biological sciences

Advanced degree or certification

Tools

MS Excel/PowerPoint

Databases

Laboratory information 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.

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties, shifts, or departmental rotations as required.

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