Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

Sutter Health•Roseville, CA

1d•$66 - $93

About The Position

At Sutter Roseville Medical Center, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs procedures in assigned laboratory areas to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. The role maintains competence in pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens that support health care providers in diagnosing, treating, monitoring, and preventing disease. The position performs basic and complex laboratory procedures, which may include phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate, or high complexity testing as classified by CLIA. When assigned to the Transfusion Service, the role also performs moderate or high complexity testing, manages blood inventory, prepares blood products, and issues blood products for transfusion. The CLS follows applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and ensure safety and reliable testing. Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with the type of CLS license.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field.
One applicable California license, depending on the department supported: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist (CIS).
Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas.
Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.
Sound judgment and problem-solving ability relevant to assigned duties.
Ability to manage workflow and respond to volume fluctuations, unexpected situations, shift hand-offs, STAT orders, specimen integrity issues, and pending logs or priority assignments.
Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures concerning patient privacy and safety.
Ability to organize and prioritize duties and tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens.
Perform laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate, or high complexity testing, as assigned.
When assigned to the Transfusion Service, perform testing, manage blood inventory, prepare blood products, and issue blood products for transfusion.
Respond appropriately to fluctuating workload, unexpected problems, shift hand-offs, STAT orders, specimen integrity issues, and pending logs or priority assignments.
Follow standard practices and procedures in sequence and comply with applicable regulations and policies to protect patient privacy and safety.
Organize and prioritize duties to complete assigned tasks within expected timeframes.
Interact compassionately and effectively with patients of diverse ages and backgrounds.