(CLS) Clinical Laboratory Scientist Full Time pm shift

LE0030 Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform a wide range of laboratory tests, validate results, and ensure accuracy and quality. You will interpret results, communicate critical findings, and uphold safety and regulatory standards within the SHC system.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and CLS certification, with 6 months to 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a work-related discipline/field is required.
• CLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures.
• Determines suitability of specimen for analysis.
• Accurately performs and completes laboratory analysis on body fluids.
• Maintains testing turnaround-time standards.
• Communicates results to physicians and staff, including critical results.
• Performs calibration, quality control, and maintenance of analytical equipment.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Adaptability

Multitasking

Problem solving

Collaboration

Laboratory proficiency

Infection control knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a work-related discipline/field

CLS certification

Job description

A Brief Overview

The Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) performs a wide range of medical laboratory tests used to diagnose, treat and prevent disease. Using technical knowledge and a theoretical understanding of the basis of the tests, records and validates the accuracy and quality of results to ensure conformity to specifications. Understands and applies the correct control measures and protocols in cases of abnormal results, escalating discrepancies as appropriate. Communicates with clinical staff and medical staff when results are critical or require urgent attention. Guides, trains and may provide mentoring to students and/or technical staff as appropriate.

Locations Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

What you will do

Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures examining specimens for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.

Determines suitability of specimen for analysis, following established procedures and policies.

Accurately performs and completes laboratory analysis on body fluids in accordance with laboratory protocols and policies.

Proficiency in laboratory tests for specialty assigned which may include chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, blood bank, and microbiology.

Adheres to all safety/health and state/federal regulatory requirements.

Records and reports test results.

Reviews results for accuracy and precision and maintains testing turn-around-time standards for all categories of testing.

When testing is delayed communicates approximate turn-around-time to appropriate personnel.

Assures accurate results performing confirmatory tests as appropriate and correlating laboratory and patient data to verify results.

Interprets laboratory results considering controls and published standards.

Communicates with physician, nursing staff and clients and clearly responds to inquiries and document interactions including specimen and test requirements and outcome of results.

Communicates critical results to the person responsive for the care of the patient. Escalating issues as appropriate.

Performs maintenance and function checks on analytical equipment and perform operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.

Performs calibration as needed, runs quality control samples as scheduled and evaluates results.

Using technical knowledge and theoretical understanding of the basis of tests, records and analyzes test results to validate accuracy, quality and conformity to specifications.

Strives to resolve problems related to clinical issues, equipment or testing by initiating research utilizing available reference material.

Reports and/or escalates problems to management as appropriate.

Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C‑I‑CARE Standards of the Hospital.

C‑I‑CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare – ValleyCare’s patient‑experience and represents a framework for patient‑centered interactions.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a work‑related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.

Required Experience Qualifications

6 mos to 1 year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to learn new procedures and adapt to technological changes in the laboratory.

Ability to organize, prioritize, multi‑task, and adapt to changing priorities.

Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.

Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Knowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory.

Knowledge of infection prevention policies and procedures.

Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.

Licenses and Certifications

CLS required

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C‑I‑CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C‑I‑CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient‑experience and represents a framework for patient‑centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $59.50 - $79.33 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

Few great things are ever truly done alone. Performing at the highest level and achieving your best requires support and a team of dedicated people focused on doing amazing things every day. Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world‑class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves. Not every job offers this; but here, we don’t know how to work any other way.