Reference Clinical Lab Scientist | Lead & Educate

CHEManager International; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide expert support to hospital staff and external entities. You will develop policies, review technical work, and assist in teaching protocols relevant to the CLS role.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of experience in a clinical laboratory. Candidates must be licensed and proficient in lab safety and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Four years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, microbiology and related laboratory sciences.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical ability

Plan and prioritize

Team collaboration

Laboratory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline

Job description

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to provide expert support to hospital staff and external entities. You will develop policies, review technical work, and assist in teaching protocols relevant to the CLS role.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of experience in a clinical laboratory. Candidates must be licensed and proficient in lab safety and regulations.