Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Precision Diagnostics QC

Kaiser Permanente; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing to support patient care. The role emphasizes quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and data accuracy in a collaborative health system.

The position requires a Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences and a California CLS license, with responsibilities including supervision of Lab Assistants and adherence to laboratory SOPs.

Qualifications

• Reading and comprehension of simple instructions, memos and short correspondence.
• Willingness to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Refer to collective bargaining agreement for position specifications.

Responsibilities

• Verify proper specimen and test for each patient.
• Perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures and data analyses.
• Conduct quality control and validate results against reference ranges.
• Maintain and calibrate lab instruments; document repairs and maintenance.
• Release results per SOP and train Lab Assistants as needed.
• Provide supervision to Lab Assistants and Clerical Personnel as required by lab regulations.

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences

Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing to support patient care. The role emphasizes quality assurance, instrument maintenance, and data accuracy in a collaborative health system.

The position requires a Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences and a California CLS license, with responsibilities including supervision of Lab Assistants and adherence to laboratory SOPs.