Clinical Lab Scientist

Full-time - Entry Level

San Carlos, CA

About the position

Analyzes specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition. The position is in the third shift with timings from 10.00 PM- 6.30 AM. The shift is eligible for 15% shift differential over the base pay.

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
• Assists lead/supervisor in training new hires and/or assists lead/supervisor in training/implementation of new process changes (as needed)
• 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
• This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have an access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) 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
• Employee must pass post offer criminal background check
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2-4 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 or CGMBS license (Clinical Genetics Molecular Biology Scientist)

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Molecular Biology
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Word processing and data management skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Free testing for employees and their immediate families
• Fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Generous employee referral program