Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Campus Health and Wellbeing

Cal Poly•San Luis Obispo, CA

10d•$76,572 - $111,552•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist reports to the Director of Clinical Services and performs clinical laboratory testing that provides medical staff with information for detecting, diagnosing, and treating illnesses, diseases, and other conditions in the university setting. The role is responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing, quality control, equipment maintenance, reporting, and documentation. Work includes receiving patients, performing phlebotomy, processing specimens, operating analyzers, and conducting microscopic analysis in hematology, urinalysis, immunology, chemistry, and molecular testing according to established policies and procedures. The laboratory uses electronic health records and laboratory information systems to order, receive, report, and retrieve testing data. The position also assists with technical administration of the clinical laboratory as needed.

Requirements

Valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with California Clinical Laboratory Scientist licensure, including phlebotomy competency, and ability to maintain required continuing education.
Comprehensive knowledge of clinical laboratory science theories, principles, and practices, including laboratory equipment operation, maintenance, and care.
Thorough knowledge of patient privacy and information security requirements, including HIPAA and applicable regulations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment when handling sensitive patient information.
Working knowledge of specimen preparation techniques, including slide preparation and appropriate use of stains for microscopic examination.
Thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory disciplines, methodologies, tests, and procedures, including chemical, physical, microscopic, bacteriological, serological, hematological, immunological, molecular, and other diagnostic testing.
Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent from an accredited institution, or equivalent post-secondary education, training, and experience as defined by the California Division of Laboratory Science.
Two years of increasingly responsible and diverse experience as a journey-level Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
Basic life support or higher CPR/AED certification for Healthcare Providers by date of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory testing.
Receive patients and perform phlebotomy.
Process specimens and operate laboratory analyzers.
Conduct microscopic analysis and testing in hematology, urinalysis, immunology, chemistry, and molecular testing.
Perform quality control, maintain equipment, and complete reporting and documentation.
Use electronic health records and laboratory information systems for ordering, receiving, reporting, and retrieving laboratory test data.
Assist with technical administration of the clinical laboratory as needed.