Clinical Lab Scientist

Job description

SUMMARY : Swing position
Performs specialized clinical laboratory testing in all clinical laboratory disciplines. Performs and reports results, proof tests and assumes responsibility for accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
• Utilizes laboratory computer systems to document all actions taken concerning patient and quality control testing.
• Performs laboratory testing following laboratory policies and procedures.
• Performs and documents instrument calibrations following manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance following laboratory policies and procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Performs quality control testing as required in laboratory policies and procedures. All remedial actions taken for out of control results will be documented.
• Performs STAT testing in a timely manner and has the ability to organize testing priorities during heavy workload situations to expedite patient testing results.
• Relays Panic Values to ordering service and documents all actions taken.
• Follows laboratory safety policies and procedures including Standard Precautions.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Performs venous and arterial puncture to obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
• Maintains clean work area and adequate supplies and reagents.
• Assists in researching and implementing new testing procedures.
• Assists in training and supervision of Laboratory Assistants.
• Supervises lab assistants and phlebotomists on weekends and after office hours.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to follow instructions.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION:
• Four-year college degree with a valid Clinical Laboratory License issued by the State of California Department of Health Services required.

AGE OF POPULATION SERVED :
Newborn  Infant/Pediatric  Adolescent  Adult  Geriatric All X  No Patient Care