Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & QA

Kaiser Permanente; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Leandro, CA, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes to support patient care and diagnostics.

The role requires solid QC, instrument maintenance, and collaboration with multiple departments. A California CLS license and a relevant degree are required, with at least six months of related experience. This on-site position emphasizes quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field.
• Applicable military experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) required in California.
• Six months related experience required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
• Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank and Bacteriology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verifies proper specimen for the correct patient and test.
• Analyzes clinical specimens using approved methods and performs quality control.
• Uses reference ranges to determine result reasonableness and verifies critical values.
• Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments; calibrates equipment.
• Records repairs and maintenance; releases results per SOP; trains laboratory assistants.
• Provides supervision of Lab Assistants and Clerical personnel as required per lab regulations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field

Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in San Leandro, CA, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes to support patient care and diagnostics.

The role requires solid QC, instrument maintenance, and collaboration with multiple departments. A California CLS license and a relevant degree are required, with at least six months of related experience. This on-site position emphasizes quality and compliance.