Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, Reporting

Guardant Health

1d•$45 - $65•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) II is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory testing on patient specimens, performing quality control and quality assurance procedures, and complying with all applicable local, state and federal laboratory requirements. The nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multitask and be flexible with tasks and schedules, and the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Requirements

Must possess an active, valid CLS or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) license issued by the state of California CLS or CGMBS license pursuant to Division 2, Chapter 3 of the California Business and Professions Code or to practice medicine, osteopathy or podiatry pursuant to Division 2, Chapter 5 of the California Business and Professions Code appropriate to the specialty or specialties they are performing
Must fulfill requirements stated in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 493.1491
Must fulfill requirements stated as described in 10 NYYCRR Part 58-1.5
Must fulfill requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist
Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
Ability to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality
Ability to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance
Ability to work as part of a team
Strong computer and automation skills
Ability to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field preferred
At least one year of Guardant Health Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience preferred
Laboratory experience within the last year preferred
Experience in molecular biology techniques preferred
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations preferred

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests, procedures and analyses according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures
Operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures
Review, interpret, and report patient results in LIMS as assigned
Independently identify and troubleshoot high complexity problems that adversely affect the test performance
Perform, review and document laboratory quality control procedures
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications
Perform and document routine preventive maintenance
Prepare reagents required for testing
Perform and document reagent qualification per the approved protocols
Participate in introduction of assay improvements, new assay configurations and validation
Provide direct supervision of the work of unlicensed laboratory personnel during the analytical phase of testing
Write and review of controlled documents as assigned
Assist with the training of new and existing laboratory personnel on current and new procedures
Communicate effectively with coworkers and non-laboratory personnel
Perform other laboratory duties as assigned
Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Laboratory Supervisor, Laboratory Director or Safety Officer

Benefits

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. This range does not include benefits or, if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity.
Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected]
A background screening including criminal history is required for this role.
GH will consider qualified applicants with criminal arrest or conviction histories in a manner consistent with applicable law including but not limited to the LA County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
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