clinical laboratory scientist

Kaiser Permanente

<div><div><b>Job Summary:</b></div>
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Performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of clinical laboratory such as Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis and recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). <b>Note: FOR CLS WORKING AT THE RRL, SEE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED IN THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT SECTION.</b><div><br>
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Essential Responsibilities:</b></div><br>
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<li>Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.</li><br>
<li>Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards and maintains confidentiality on all tests performed by the laboratory.</li><br>
<li>Performs and reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated and manual, in the clinical laboratory department, without immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team.</li><br>
<li>Demonstrates proficiency, competency and understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory procedures with minimal amount of supervision.</li><br>
<li>Monitors and is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing and all operations related to laboratory testing procedures.</li><br>
<li>Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results.</li><br>
<li>Ability to troubleshoot equipment and test methods.</li><br>
<li>Identifies and resolves unusual laboratory situations and notifies appropriate parties within shift.</li><br>
<li>Consults with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization and interpretation of patient results.</li><br>
<li>Instructs new employees and/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist students in laboratory procedures within area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency and understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology.</li><br>
<li>Provides training, guidance and pertinent technical information to Laboratory Assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students and Medical Center personnel.</li><br>
<li>Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest with the Supervisory team, and lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link within the department.</li><br>
<li>Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department.</li><br>
<li>Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested and communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation.</li><br>
<li>Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs.</li><br>
<li>As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative and courteous manner.</li><br>
<li>Observes all laboratory, Kaiser Permanente and regulatory agency policies and procedures.</li><br>
<li>Maintains overall safety (including chemical and biological) of the department in accordance with established safety, infection control and procedure protocols.</li><br>
<li>Monitors supplies and reagents and notifies appropriate parties of par levels.</li><br>
<li>As necessary and appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients and outpatients.</li><br>
<li>Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own.</li><br>
<li>Operates computerized laboratory data systems/applications.</li><br>
<li>Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient with information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements and conditions for specialized testing and collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, and tissues for analysis.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Basic Qualifications:</b></div><div>
Experience</div><ul><li>
N/A.</li></ul><div>
Education</div><ul><li>
High School Education or General Education Development (GED) required.</li></ul><div>
License, Certification, Registration</div><ul><li>
Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California)<br>
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Additional Requirements:</b></div><ul><li>
A Clinical Laboratory Scientist with a limited license will only qualify for a CLS position within their specialty and only applicable in the following departments at the Regional Reference Laboratories: Chemistry limited license qualifies for Automated Chemistry or Esoteric Chemistry CLS positions; Toxicology limited license qualifies for Esoteric Chemistry CLS positions; Immunology limited license qualifies for Molecular or Immunology CLS positions; Microbiology limited license qualifies for Bacteriology, Molecular or Immunology CLS positions; Hematology limited license qualifies for Hematology and Special Coagulation. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.</li><li>
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR REGIONAL REFERENCE LABS (RRL):</li><li>
Function competently as a Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a high volume Laboratory demonstrating knowledge of principles, theories, practices, techniques. Must have Good communication skills and able to solve problems. And, as appropriate for the department/specialty, within the last three (3) years, at least six (6) months experience:</li><li>
Note: CLS students one (1) year internship can be considered meeting the experience requirement below.</li><li>
Experience in automated instrumentation; knowledge testing principles; molecular based procedures; QC protocols; knowledge in autoverification, EIA, chemiluminence and IFA platforms;knowledge of method validations, and hematology validation, QC and calibration, manual diff count. (CORE LAB, inlcudes AUTO CHEM, IMMUNOLOGY, HEMATOLOGY).</li><li>
Experience and knowledge in using high complex methods employing electrophoresis,chromatography, and mass spectrometry, and Special Coagulation (SPECIAL CHEMISTRY, SPECIAL COAGULATION, BIOCHEMICAL GENETICS).</li><li>
Read, interpret, work-up and report culture results for all areas of Aerobic and Anaerobic Bacteriology; proficient in reading and interpreting stained smears; knowledge and ability to set-up and report automated/molecular identification and susceptibility testing and interpret results (BACTERIOLOGY).</li><li>
NOTE: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR REGIONAL FLOW CYTOMETRY (LOS ANGELES):</li><li>
One year recent experience in Flow Cytometry analysis such as leukemia / lymphoma phenotyping, paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, T cell subset enumeration, DNA cell cycle analysis and cytochemical staining.</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
One (1) year recent experience as a CLS.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Notes:</b></p><ul><li>This is a temporary position for approximately 90 days.
</li><li>Rotating weekends.</li></ul><br>
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PrimaryLocation : California,Chino Hills,Chino Hills Regional Laboratory<br>
HoursPerWeek : 40<br>
Shift : Day<br>
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun<br>
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 AM<br>
WorkingHoursEnd : 03:30 PM<br>
Job Schedule : Full-time<br>
Job Type : Standard<br>
Employee Status : Temporary<br>
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B02-L770|UFCW|Local 770<br>
Job Level : Individual Contributor<br>
Job Category : Laboratory<br>
Department : CHINO HILLS REG LAB - Pathology/Lab-Bacteriology - 0806<br>
Travel : No<br>
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.<br>
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For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:<br>
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<ul><li>Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation, and licensure requirements (where applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Job duties with at least occasional or possible access to: (1) patients, the general public, or other employees; (2) confidential protected health information and other confidential KP information (including employee, proprietary, financial or trade secret information); (3) KP property and assets, for example, electronic assets, medical instruments, or devices; (4) controlled substances regulated by federal law or potentially subject to diversion.</li></ul></div>

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Arkansas Children's

<div><div>ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.</div><div></div>
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.<div></div><div>
CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your <div>Workday Account</div> (<div>https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/</div>)and search the &quot;Find Jobs&quot; report.</div><div></div><div>
Work Shift:</div>
Night Shift<div></div><div>
Time Type:</div>
Full time<div></div><div>
Department:</div>
CC014090 Lab - Hematology<div></div><div>
Summary:</div>
Full Time, Friday - Monday 8:30am-7:00pm<br>
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Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Demonstrates a competent level of laboratory skills. Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.<div></div><div>
Additional Information:</div><div>
Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Demonstrates a competent level of laboratory skills. Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Full Time</div></li><li><div>
Friday - Monday 8:30am-7:00pm</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Education:</div>
Bachelor's Degree<div></div><div>
Recommended Education:</div><div></div><div>
Required Work Experience:</div><div></div><div>
Recommended Work Experience:</div>
Related Field - 1 year of experience<div></div><div>
Required Certifications:</div>
1 of the following certifications is required - , Must obtain within 1 year - Must obtain within 1 year<div></div><div>
Recommended Certifications:</div>
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - ASCP, Medical Technologist (MT-AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology, Medical Technologist (MT-NCA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology<div></div><div>
Description</div><div>
1. Performs laboratory procedures then calculates, transcribes and records test results.<br>
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2. Prepares and manages specimens for analysis, refers results to Pathology, correlates results and communicates and documents findings in systems and via reports.<br>
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3. Identifies normal vs. abnormal results; communicates and documents critical values to the appropriate caregiver.<br>
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4. Performs quality control testing procedures and evaluates data, taking necessary corrective actions.<br>
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5. Performs manual results review and Proficiency Testing.<br>
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6. Performs maintenance and/or calibration procedures on laboratory instruments and/or equipment then troubleshoots instruments and/or test system malfunctions.<br>
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7. Assumes responsibility for workflow and complies with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.<br>
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8. Inventories supplies, reagents and specimens, stock levels and stock rotations.<br>
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9. Provides research, development, and/or validation of new policies, procedures and/or instruments.<br>
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10. Performs other duties as assigned.</div></div><div></div>

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

US Department of Veterans Affairs

<div><div>ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.</div><div></div>
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.<div></div><div>
CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your <div>Workday Account</div> (<div>https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/</div>)and search the &quot;Find Jobs&quot; report.</div><div></div><div>
Work Shift:</div>
Please see job description for details.<div></div><div>
Time Type:</div>
Full time<div></div><div>
Department:</div>
CC094071 Lab<div></div><div>
Summary:</div><div></div><div>
Additional Information:</div><div>
Incorporates all aspects of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I and II job roles. Demonstrates a proficient level of laboratory skills. Assumes lead responsibility for the functioning of a specialized area of the laboratory. Acts as a technical resource and provides team leadership to the staff working in the assigned area.</div><div></div><div>
Required Education:</div>
Bachelor's Degree<div></div><div>
Recommended Education:</div><div></div><div>
Required Work Experience:</div>
Related Field - 4 years of experience<div></div><div>
Recommended Work Experience:</div><div></div><div>
Required Certifications:</div>
1 of the following certifications is required -<div></div><div>
Recommended Certifications:</div>
Medical Technologist (MT-AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology, Medical Technologist (MT-NCA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology<div></div><div>
Description</div><div>
1. Directs workflow according to clinical priority.<br>
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2. Supervises employees and supports manager.<br>
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3. Trains new employees and students.<br>
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4. Performs advanced computer functions.<br>
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5. Oversees data collection.<br>
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6. Liaison to Pathology.<br>
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7. Performs laboratory procedures and calculates, transcribes and records test results.<br>
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8. Manages specimens for analysis, recognizes normal vs. abnormal results; communicates and documents critical values to the appropriate individual.<br>
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9. Performs quality control testing, proficiency testing, and manual results review.<br>
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10. Performs maintenance and/or calibration procedures on laboratory instruments and/or equipment then troubleshoots instruments and/or test system malfunctions.<br>
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11. Performs other duties as assigned.</div></div><div></div>

Clinical Laboratory Scientist III

Sutter Health

<div><p>We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!</p><p></p><p><b>
Organization:</b></p>
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD<p></p><p><b>
Position Overview:</b></p>
Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA). If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing. Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of license - either a CLS - Generalist or one of the limited CLS license (e.g. Clinical Chemist Scientist, Clinical Microbiologist Scientist, and Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist)<p></p><p><b>
Job Description</b>:</p><p><i>
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).</i><br>
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<b>EDUCATION:</b></p><ul><li><p><i>
[Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma]</i></p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's degree</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
CERTIFICATION &amp; LICENSURE:</b></p><ul><li><p>
CLSL-CA Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li><p>
2 years recent relevant experience.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors</p></li></ul><p>
Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to:</p><ul><li><p>
1) Fluctuations in volume.</p></li><li><p>
2) Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure.</p></li><li><p>
3) Shift-to-Shift hand-offs.</p></li><li><p>
4) STAT test orders.</p></li><li><p>
5) Specimen integrity issues.</p></li><li><p>
6) Regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Shift:</b></p>
Days<p></p><p><b>
Schedule:</b></p>
Part Time<p></p><p><b>
Shift Hours:</b></p>
8<p></p><p><b>
Days of the Week:</b></p>
Variable<p></p><p><b>
Weekend Requirements:</b></p>
As Needed, Saturday, Sunday<p></p><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p>
Yes<p></p><p><b>
Unions:</b></p>
No<p></p><p><b>
Position Status:</b></p>
Non-Exempt<p></p><p><b>
Weekly Hours:</b></p>
20<p></p><p><b>
Employee Status:</b></p>
Regular<p></p><p>
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.</p><p></p>
Pay Range is $68.50 to $85.62 / hour<p></p><p><i>
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate&rsquo;s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health&rsquo;s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.</i></p></div>

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