Clinical Lab Scientist II

CSU Careers•Fullerton, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lab Director, the Clinical Lab Scientist II provides leadership and accountability for the technical administration and daily functioning of the laboratory at the Student Health Center. In addition to lead responsibilities, the Clinical Lab Scientist II performs wide, complex, advanced, and standard clinical laboratory tests to assist medical providers in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsible for reviewing all documentation pertaining to Clinical Laboratory. Leads all staff members and directs work schedules. Performs quality control procedures to the assigned work area and reviews, approves, and documents such procedures in various logbooks. Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies in the assigned work area. Requests, monitors, and approves purchase orders and invoices for payments in a timely manner. Responsible for preparations with lab inspection and accreditation visits. Completes special projects as assigned. Attends department lead meetings as needed. Troubleshooting problems between Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Laboratory Information System (LIS), and reference lab interfaces. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of two years’ experience in an accredited laboratory with knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of clinical laboratory science, including the use and care of laboratory equipment and systems.
Thorough knowledge of clinical quality control procedures and standards.
Thorough knowledge of various laboratory disciplines, tests, and procedures including chemical, physical, microscopic, microbiological, bacteriologic, serological, hematological, immunological, and other related disciplines and laboratory tests.
Thorough knowledge of automated computer systems used in clinical laboratory settings.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to clinical laboratories.
Must possess the requisite for licensing, which is a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent from an accredited institution or equivalent post-secondary education, training and experience as defined by the California Division of Laboratory Science.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.
Possess and maintain a valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.

Nice To Haves

Positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and accountability for the technical administration and daily functioning of the laboratory at the Student Health Center.
Performs wide, complex, advanced, and standard clinical laboratory tests to assist medical providers in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Reviews all documentation pertaining to Clinical Laboratory.
Leads all staff members and directs work schedules.
Performs quality control procedures to the assigned work area and reviews, approves, and documents such procedures in various logbooks.
Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies in the assigned work area.
Requests, monitors, and approves purchase orders and invoices for payments in a timely manner.
Responsible for preparations with lab inspection and accreditation visits.
Completes special projects as assigned.
Attends department lead meetings as needed.
Troubleshooting problems between Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Laboratory Information System (LIS), and reference lab interfaces.