Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Company: Sutter Health
Location: San Ramon
Posted on: May 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Organization:ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick CampusPosition
Overview: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)Job Description:JOB
ACCOUNTABILITIES:PRE-ANALYTIC, ANALYTIC AND POST-ANALYTIC
WORK:Performs procedures to complete test order entry, specimen
collection and specimen processing/handling.--- Performs analyses
of biological specimens using automated and manual test methods of
waived moderate or high complexity (per CLIA definition), producing
test results necessary for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and
prevention of disease.--- Performs post-analytic procedures,
including interpretation, releasing, reporting results;
amending/correcting results, responding to inquiries, and specimen
storage and retrieval. Recognizes when patient results require
additional action prior to reporting (e.g. delta checks and
critical values), taking action appropriately.EQUIPMENT:---
Calibrates and adjusts laboratory equipment according to
requirements and manufacturer's guidelines, including providing
regular preventive maintenance (where automated methods are used)
of analytical equipment and performing minor adjustments and
repairs.QUALITY ASSURANCE:--- Scope of QA duties and tasks includes
maintaining a safe and orderly work area, inventory management,
quality control, proficiency testing, record keeping, privacy,
security and confidentiality, and continual process improvement.
Recognizes when test systems are not functioning within control,
taking action appropriately.JOB KNOWLEDGE & CRITICAL THINKING:---
Maintains up-to-date operational information and job knowledge;
effectively applies information, job knowledge and critical
thinking to make sound decisions and solve problems within scope of
job responsibilities; escalates problems appropriately if outside
of job scope.--- Completes competency assessment activities as
assigned.CUSTOMER SUPPORT:--- Contributes to the satisfaction of
internal and external customers by responding to and resolving -
inquiries, complaints, and problems; or by escalating appropriately
if problem is outside of job scope.TRANSFUSION SERVICE:--- If
assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs various duties---
Manages blood product inventory, maintaining adequate working and
safety stock.--- Performs pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic
procedures for moderate and high complexity testing.--- Prepares
and issues blood products for transfusion.COMPLIANCE:--- Adheres to
applicable laws, regulations, codes, accreditation standards,
policies, processes and procedures.EDUCATION:[Equivalent experience
will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or
diploma]Bachelor's: degree in biology or related
scienceCERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:CLSL-CA Licensed Clinical Lab
Scientist.TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:2 years recent relevant
experience.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: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.Ability to accurately, precisely, and
reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound
judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.Ability to
compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse
ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviorsWorkflow Management
Ability to appropriately respond to:1) Fluctuations in volume.2)
Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information
systems failure.3) Shift-to-Shift hand-offs.4) STAT test orders.5)
Specimen integrity issues.6) Regular review of pending logs,
priority assignments, etc.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.Knowledge of
applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and
procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of
patients.Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned
tasks for completion within expected timeframes.Pay Range:
$60.34-$75.42 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above
or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has
not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential
applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation
takes into account several factors including but not limited to a
candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and
certifications, department equity, training and organizational
needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program
offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a
comprehensive benefits package. Job Shift:DaysSchedule:Per
Diem/CasualShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend
Requirements:NoneBenefits:NoUnions:NoPosition
Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:0Employee Status:RegularNumber of
Openings:1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Days
Keywords: Sutter Health, San Ramon , Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Healthcare , San Ramon, California
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