Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Per Diem

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in San Jose, CA to perform moderate and high-complexity testing in a regulatory-compliant lab. You will conduct molecular assays, verify specimen labeling, and ensure timely reporting through the LIS to health centers and public agencies.

Two years of CLS experience and a California license are required; ASCP certification is preferred. The role entails team training, quality control, and regular instrument maintenance in a

Qualifications

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.
• Two years of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a clinical laboratory setting.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations.
• Execute all phases of clinical testing—pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical.
• Conduct molecular assays, including DNA amplification and other specialty tests as needed.
• Verify proper labeling of specimens and match to worklists.
• Enter, verify, and release results in the LIS; report to health centers and public health agencies.
• Maintain documentation for QA/QC and proficiency testing per regulatory standards.
• Perform instrument maintenance and cleaning; document activities per SOPs.
• Assist in inventory management and communicate restocking needs to leadership.
• Respond to inquiries, look up test results, and refer as appropriate.
• Follow corrective action protocols for specimen handling and test performance issues.
• Support pre- and post-analytical workflows, including receiving and routing specimens.
• Collaborate with Senior Manager to orient and train new laboratory assistants.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Molecular assays

LIS data entry

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Team training

Education

California CLS license (required)

ASCP certification preferred

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

San Jose, CA

• Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations.
• Execute all phases of clinical testing- pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Conduct molecular assays, including DNA amplification and other specialty or research-based tests, as needed.
• Verify that patient specimens are properly labeled, match worklists, and meet acceptance criteria.
• Accurately enter, verify, and release results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS); ensure timely reporting to Planned Parenthood Mar Monte health centers and public health agencies.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Proficiency Testing in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance and cleaning; document all activities per SOPs.
• Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and materials; communicate restocking needs to lab leadership.
• Respond to phone inquiries, look up test results, and answer clinic questions within the scope of knowledge or refer appropriately.
• Follow established corrective action and documentation protocols for specimen handling and test performance issues.
• Support pre- and post-analytical workflows as needed, including receiving specimens, labeling, sorting, and routing.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager to help orient and train new laboratory assistants on workflows and protocols.
• Uphold a team-based, professional work environment and promote continuous quality improvement.
• Works with/supervises volunteers/interns/trainees as appropriate.

San Jose, CA

$45-$50 per hour, plus per diem differential

Essential Duties

• Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations.
• Execute all phases of clinical testing- pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Conduct molecular assays, including DNA amplification and other specialty or research-based tests, as needed.
• Verify that patient specimens are properly labeled, match worklists, and meet acceptance criteria.
• Accurately enter, verify, and release results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS); ensure timely reporting to Planned Parenthood Mar Monte health centers and public health agencies.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Proficiency Testing in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance and cleaning; document all activities per SOPs.
• Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and materials; communicate restocking needs to lab leadership.
• Respond to phone inquiries, look up test results, and answer clinic questions within the scope of knowledge or refer appropriately.
• Follow established corrective action and documentation protocols for specimen handling and test performance issues.
• Support pre- and post-analytical workflows as needed, including receiving specimens, labeling, sorting, and routing.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager to help orient and train new laboratory assistants on workflows and protocols.
• Uphold a team-based, professional work environment and promote continuous quality improvement.

Non-Essential Duties

• Works with/supervises volunteers/interns/trainees as appropriate.
• Performs Lab Assistant duties as required

Qualifications

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. ASCP certification preferred.
• Two years of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a clinical laboratory setting.

Requirements

• Interface and communicate effectively with medical professionals, staff and the community.
• Self-motivated, independent, and flexible with shift coverage (evenings/weekends as needed).
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance.
• Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills; comfortable with LIS