Clinical Lab Scientist - Evening Shift

Stanford Health Care•Stanford, CA

9d•$61 - $81•Onsite

About The Position

Perform clinical testing and analysis, including highly complex manual assays of patient specimens, for patient care purposes. Use technical knowledge and an understanding of the basis of tests to record and validate the accuracy and quality of results. Apply appropriate control measures and protocols for abnormal results and report discrepancies to a Supervisor or designee. Maintain supply inventory, perform and document routine preventative maintenance, conduct basic troubleshooting, and report instrument malfunctions. Maintain current knowledge of assigned laboratory specialty areas. Work independently under the supervision of a Supervisor, Director, or designee. The role includes specialized manual and automated testing of clinical specimens, specimen processing, quality control and environmental testing, data analysis, documentation, and report preparation. The position is based at Stanford Blood Center in Palo Alto, California, and may involve potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The schedule is full-time, evening shift, eight hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a life science.
One to two years of hands-on testing experience in a clinical laboratory.
California-issued license required. The Histocompatibility Laboratory accepts CLS or CHCS; the Technical Services Laboratory accepts CLS or CIS.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist Limited (CLS-LTD) certification/license required upon hire.
Comprehensive knowledge of clinical sample testing in the applicable area of expertise.
Understanding of complex testing processes and the underlying biology of the system.
Ability to interpret and synthesize results from a wide variety of tests accurately and quickly.
Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory information systems and databases, or ability to learn the system quickly.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, verbally and in writing, with people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative group with diverse team members.
Demonstrated potential to carry out and manage laboratory development projects.

Nice To Haves

ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification.

Responsibilities

Determine specimen suitability using established acceptance criteria.
Process specimens.
Check the work of unlicensed laboratory technicians.
Prepare laboratory reagents and perform quality control testing on them.
Perform specialized manual and automated testing on clinical specimens, including environmental testing, QC tests, and robotic system setups when required.
Use the laboratory information system to record quality control and environmental test results.
Perform daily maintenance, calibration, and function checks of instruments and equipment; conduct basic troubleshooting and initiate corrective action when needed.
Maintain adequate supplies and equipment.
Maintain complete and accurate records of work.
Independently perform specialized manual and automated testing and produce an adequate amount of high-quality work within expected timeframes.
Analyze data from high-complexity testing and submit preliminary clinical reports for review.
Recognize and resolve inconsistent results through repeated or additional testing.
Generate testing-result documents and reports.
Perform a second check of test reports, as applicable.
Review standard operating procedures and recommend potential process improvements.
Comply with applicable governmental regulations and Stanford Health Care and Blood Center health and safety policies and practices.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information, including protected health information, in accordance with laws, professional ethics, accreditation standards, and legal requirements.