Clinical Laboratory Scientist (AHCL)

Adventist Health • Clearlake, CA

2d

About The Position

Performs laboratory analysis on clinical specimens using established
laboratory procedures; reviews and evaluates quality controls, specimen
integrity and instrumentation to ensure that accurate results are reported.
This position is represented by RCHEA.

Requirements

• BS or BA in Medical Technology related sciences required
• Two years experience in all aspects of the clinical laboratory
• Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the State of California
• Able to answer phones professionally.
• Able to assist co-workers when needed.
• Able to handle stressful work situations.
• Able to organize and maintain good follow-up; able to multi-task.
• Able to relate well with people using good communication and diplomatic skills.
• Able to take on new responsibilities when requested.
• Able to understand both oral and written instructions in English.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Accommodates STAT orders consistently reporting within one hour or as soon as available. Calls all critical values and critical test results to providers within 60 minutes of being available. Completes all required documentation.
• Assists Director of Laboratory Services in ensuring that all lab procedures and safety protocols are followed. Alerts supervisor when abnormalities or irregularities in the test are encountered while maintaining a workload productivity of at least 90%.
• Assists in ensuring that the department is continuously prepared for all regulatory surveys.
• Backs up Laboratory Assistants by obtaining venous blood and arterial blood samples as required, following aseptic techniques. Checks for patient identification by using at least two patient identifiers (patients full name and date of birth) before drawing sample and compares all demographic information to ensure accuracy.
• Completes required tests and/or observations of patients specimens, blood samples or other products required for testing; results reflect attention to detail and accuracy.
• Follows established policy and procedures when drawing venous and arterial samples. Allows for adequate time (direct pressure) to ensure hemostasis and calls for assistance if unable to obtain blood sample after two attempts. Insures validity and accuracy of results by continually checking QC and properly maintaining instruments. Contacts and follows through with AH Biomedical, vendors and/or customer technical service when mechanical problems occur. Maintains adequate levels of reagents, calibrators, controls and supplies. Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies.
• Supervises Laboratory Assistants as needed and supports the Director of Laboratory Services as assigned.
• Verifies that appropriate specimen is being analyzed for proper patient and for indicated test comparing against patient test orders. Completes test order entry accurately.
• Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level