Supv Clinical Lab Scientist

Kaiser Permanente; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael, California, is seeking a Supervisor Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes and to guide a team of Clinical Lab Scientists and assistants. You will ensure quality, compliance with procedures, and staff development in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include directing staff, validating test results, training personnel, and maintaining instrument performance while adhering to CLIA and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist.
• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field; Applicable military experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree.
• California licensure as Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Laboratory Bioanalyst.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, directs, and monitors the work of Clinical Lab Scientists and other personnel.
• Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice.
• Trains Clinical Lab Scientists and other laboratory personnel on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practices.
• Verifies that the proper specimen is analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is performed.
• Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing.
• Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following approved standard methods.
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data and participates in QA/PI activities.
• Uses reference ranges to determine reasonableness of test results.
• Validates test results via correlation with test parameters.
• Confirms testing on all Critical Values prior to releasing results.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment.
• Documents instrument function and maintenance; releases or reports results per SOPs.
• Directs and trains assistants and staff as needed.
• Supervises incumbents in the Clinical Laboratory and carries out supervisory responsibilities in line with policies and laws.
• Upholds Corporate Compliance and protective confidentiality.

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Assigns, directs, and monitors the work of Clinical Laboratory Scientists and other laboratory personnel. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols. Assists in ensuring compliance to laboratory policies and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assigns, directs, and monitors the work of Clinical Lab Scientists and other personnel.

• Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice.

• Trains Clinical Lab Scientists and other laboratory personnel on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practices.

• Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed.

• Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing.

• Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director or designee.

• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data. Assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the Laboratory Quality Plan.

• Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine reasonableness of test results

• Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc).

• Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results.

• Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure.

• Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data.

• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.

• Trains laboratory assistants, and other Clinical Lab Scientist, on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice.

• Directly supervises incumbents in the Clinical Laboratory.

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

• Consistently supports the precepts of Corporate Compliance and Principles of Responsibility by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with integrity, reporting observed fraud and abuse and complying with applicable state, federal and local laws and program policies and procedures.

• Basic Qualifications:

  Experience

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist.

  Education

• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree.

  License, Certification, Registration

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) OR Clinical Laboratory Bioanalyst License (California)

  Additional Requirements:

• Able to perform all duties of a Senior Clinical Lab Scientist.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and competence to perform and check all work required of those supervised in accordance with applicable CLIA regulations.

• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to write technical policies and procedures.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.

• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior supervisory experience preferred. Computer application experience/proficiency preferred.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Supervisor Clinical Laboratory Scientist

LOCATION: San Rafael, California

REQNUMBER: 1439521

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.