Job # : 12322
Job Category : Laboratory
Job Type : Per Diem
Shift Type : Variable
Facility :
Department : Lab - Clinical
Pay Range : $62.68 / hr. - $95.22 / hr.
Open Date : 01.31.25
Close Date : Qualifications :
- Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license
- Bachelors degree (B.A) in medical technology or related science with completion of an accredited Clinical Laboratory (hospital based) program
Job Details : Start Date :
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications :
Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist licenseBachelors degree (B.A) in medical technology or related science with completion of an accredited Clinical Laboratory (hospital based) programDemonstrate ability to communicate effectively and work in a team settingDemonstrate ability to recognize customers needs and respond above customer expectationsFor Laboratory Shift Supervisor and Quality Assurance / Quality Control Supervisor a masters degree is preferredAbility to enter and retrieve data from hospital computer systemBasic knowledge of word processing, data base and department specific computer programsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documentsAbility to respond to common inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business communityThe ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry.Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situationsAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesExperience in treating patients in the following categories : All age groupsDuties &
Responsibilities : Job Summary :
The Clinical Lab Scientist performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Duties :
Follows established procedures and evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysisPerforms complex analytical tests or procedures, recognizes deviation from expected results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precisionRecognizes factors that affect measurements and results, analyzes QC data, makes judgments concerning the results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precisionRecognizes abnormal test results and answers inquiries about them, the methodology, specificity, and sensitivity; answers questions about specific factors that can influence test resultsOperates and maintains equipment, recognizes equipment malfunction, troubleshoots and repairs as necessaryHelps evaluate new techniques and procedures in terms of space and personal requirement, method comparison, cost analysis, and the establishment of reference intervals; writes and revises technical proceduresAssists in training and orientation of laboratory staff to cover various shifts if neededAssumes supervisions / management of the laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Support Services Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, III, the Laboratory Shift Supervisors and the Laboratory Administrative Director, approving overtime, calling in extra help when needed, giving direction and guidance to support personnelPerforms other duties as assignedOrganizational Expectations :
Provides a positive and professional representation of the organizationPromotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and preventionMaintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceAdheres to infection-control policies and protocolsParticipates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesMaintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsComplies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient informationDemonstrates excellent customer service through his / her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organizationAdheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirementsOther Info :
Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms; and talk to hear. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.
Generally lifting objects not more than 25 lbs. and / or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.
Job Posted : 01 / 31 / 2025
Salary : $63 - $95
