A Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes within a medical laboratory or healthcare facility. Perform complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. Looks for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, tests for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment.
Performs clinical laboratory testing which involves the application of sophisticated analytical knowledge in a wide range of the Clinical Laboratory functions, including Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Coagulation and Cytology; performs the tasks of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to help the physician in diagnosis and treatment of the patient. The majority of the patients that interact with the laboratory staff are adult and geriatric patients. Therefore, members of the laboratory staff must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide laboratory services appropriate to the age of the patients, their physical and psychosocial needs as they differ with age, and be knowledgeable in recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Members of the laboratory staff also must be cognizant of safety issues, both environmental and medical and arrange procedures to ensure patient safety. Laboratory personnel must be competent to communicate and obtain samples from adults and geriatric patients as well as children, and also must be capable of adjusting their treatment and instructions appropriate to the specific needs of the patient.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science. Current California licensure. Minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting. Must be able to work weekends and some holidays.
PAY / BENEFITS
• Estimated pay is based on qualifications (including but not limited to experience, education, certifications, and licensure where applicable). • Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, optional supplemental life (employee, spouse, and/or child coverage), flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care), 403b retirement with dollar for dollar match up to 5%, paid time off, and more available depending on employment status.
