Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist
About The Position
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist may perform testing in all areas of the Clinical Laboratory, including Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and limited Microbiology. The position calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and methods; performs quality-control surveillance and related record keeping; and resolves instrument or method problems. Specimen processing and clerical functions are performed as needed. The scientist must work efficiently under pressure and perform selected tests within STAT time frames. In Blood Bank, the role includes resolving antibody problems and ABO discrepancies, preparing components, selecting appropriate blood for transfusion, and identifying and working up transfusion reactions. The listed accountabilities, requirements, and qualifications describe the current role but are not exhaustive. Management may revise the job description or require other tasks when circumstances change, such as during emergencies, staffing changes, workload changes, or technical developments. The position is based at Sutter Health’s ABSMC-Ashby Campus and is a full-time, regular, non-exempt role on the evening shift, with 10-hour shifts, variable days, and every-other-weekend requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or equivalent experience in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
- One-year internship in an approved Clinical Laboratory Scientist Program leading to licensure by the State of California.
- Current California Laboratory Technologist License, or MD-Doctor of Medicine.
- For high-complexity testing, meet applicable CLIA qualifications, including applicable state licensure and one of the listed education or prior-qualification pathways.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work in a stressful environment and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to absorb and accept changing regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Technologist (MT) certification preferred.
- Recent laboratory experience in Hematology, Blood Bank, and Chemistry.
- Knowledge of and recent experience with automated analyzers, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge and understanding of quality control and necessary record keeping.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing in areas including Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and limited Microbiology.
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot Clinical Laboratory instruments and methods.
- Perform necessary record keeping and quality-control surveillance, and resolve problems involving instruments and methods.
- Perform specimen processing and clerical functions as needed.
- Perform selected tests within STAT time frames while working efficiently under pressure.
- Resolve antibody problems and ABO discrepancies in Blood Bank.
- Prepare blood components and select appropriate blood for transfusion.
- Identify and work up transfusion reactions.
- Train new CLS staff members, CLS students, and Laboratory Assistants.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions.
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