Clinical Laboratory Scientist 2nd (US Citizen)- San Juan Capistr with Security Clearance

Summary This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

• Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies.

• Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls.

• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing.

• Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks.

• Performs Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results, to determine acceptability of result release.
• Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria.

• Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems.

• Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
• Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
• Demonstrates effective two-way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers, via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
• Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager.

• Responsible for following all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures.

• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education.

• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices.

• Other duties as assigned.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

• Zero to three year's direct experience in a laboratory setting.
• offer rate based on years of experience Physical and Mental Requirements:
• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects.

Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Have good eye and hand coordination.
• Testing for color blindness will be required upon hiring or transfer into technical functions requiring detection of, or rating of intensity of colors (e.g., Fluorescent microscopy reading).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Other automation skills helpful.

• Required in the state of CA; Comments: