Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology (Per Diem)

Sutter Shared Lab • Livermore, CA

252d • $66 - $83

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology (Per Diem) position at Sutter Health involves executing procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. The role requires maintaining competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of disease. Responsibilities include performing a variety of basic and complex laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). If assigned to the Transfusion Service, the role includes performing moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. The position adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related science.
• CLSL-CA Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection and laboratory operations.
• Ability to accurately perform job duties and assigned tasks.
• Ability to interact compassionately with patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Execute procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory.
• Perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens.
• Conduct a variety of laboratory procedures including phlebotomy and specimen processing.
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance in testing.
• Perform moderate or high complexity testing if assigned to the Transfusion Service.
• Manage blood inventory and prepare blood products for transfusion.
• Adhere to regulations and policies to ensure patient privacy and safety.

Benefits

• No benefits mentioned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree