Clinical Lab Scientist I

Natera•San Carlos, CA

6d•$44 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition. This role works with Protected Health Information (PHI) on a regular basis in both paper and electronic form and has access to various technologies to access PHI in order to perform the job. Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire. Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment.
BS/BA degree (or equivalent) in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or related field
Current California CLS license (Clinical Laboratory Science - Generalist) or CGMBS license (Clinical Genetics Molecular Biology Scientist)
Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills.
Experience in Molecular Biology.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Word processing and data management skills.

Responsibilities

Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed
Analyze clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors
Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab
Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized work space
Completes training and other deadlines on time.
Go-to person when lead/supervisor is not available
Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)
Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common errors
Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor
Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation
Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable)
Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition
Communicates with team and other departments (including via e-mail)
Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offers suggestions/ideas for improvement
Assists teammates in completing daily tasks
Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner; acts as a role model/mentor to others
Adheres to Departmental Expectations