Reference Clinical Lab Scientist

Stanford Health Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Specialist to serve as a technical resource and develop policies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of experience.

Responsibilities include conducting analyses, interpreting tests, and maintaining laboratory compliance. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and knowledge of laboratory sciences. Experience in California is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.
• Four years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts statistical analysis using clinical laboratory techniques.
• Evaluates and interprets tests relative to established guidelines.
• Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity.
• Provides consultation regarding testing appropriateness.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Knowledge of chemistry and biology

Computer systems knowledge

Laboratory controls and procedures knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline

Job description

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2657017 Onsite 107500007 Clin Lab Special Chem Hillview Allied Health PALO ALTO, 3375 Hillview Ave, California

Job Location

Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, CA

Job Overview

Serve as a technical resource to internal hospital staff and external entities; develop policies and procedures; review technical work of others, solve complex technical problems; develop teaching protocols/curriculums in addition to the essential function of the CLS. Educates internally and externally as requested.

What You Will Do

• Adheres to all safety/health regulatory and state/federal legal requirements and the policies, operating procedures, and Service Standards of the Hospitals.
• Conducts statistical analysis of tests using clinical laboratory techniques in chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology or related laboratory specialties.
• Evaluates and interprets test relative to established guidelines and reference material. Reach conclusions, assign results, and conduct further testing or other actions as needed.
• 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.
• Performs maintenance and function checks on electronic, analytical equipment and perform operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.
• Provides consultation regarding the appropriateness of the testing ordered and interpretation of test results. Assists clients in ensuring the appropriate test are ordered.
• Serves as a technical resource to others. Accesses training needs and participates in-service training of laboratory personnel.
• May act as designee in the absence of supervisor or manager. Rotate as weekend lead, take on special projects and performs more complex, intense preventative maintenance.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university

Experience Qualifications

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions
• Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, microbiology and related laboratory sciences
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of laboratory controls, methods, procedures and regulations
• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes

Licenses and Certifications

• CLS or
• CLS Limited - Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• CLS-CHEM - Clinical Chemist Scientist License
• CLS-CYTO - Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist License
• CLS-GMB - Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist License
• CLS-HEMA - Clinical Hematologist Scientist License
• CLS-HISTO - Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist License
• CLS-IMM - Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License
• CLS-MICRO - Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License
• CLS-TOX - Clinical Toxicologist Scientist License
• For Microbiology, Virology, Cytology or Genomics Labs only:
• PHM – California Certified Public Health Microbiologist; or
• CGMBS – Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist, or

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.

Compensation

• Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $77.81 - $87.64 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.