Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Marshall Medical Center • Placerville, CA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs various chemical, microscopic, microbiological and hematological tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This role involves recording laboratory test data, patient and quality control information, and active participation in quality control procedures, review, and corrective action. The scientist is responsible for maintaining expensive laboratory equipment and instruments and judiciously using materials. Additionally, they assist in training new lab personnel, externs, and students, and must carefully handle infectious material to protect all laboratory personnel. The position requires utilizing knowledge of human physiology and science to evaluate test results for accuracy.

Requirements

• Current State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field
• Ability to work well with other people in times of medical emergencies and in a fast-paced, heavy workload environment
• Form perception required to see detail of specimens under microscopic study
• Color discrimination required to stain slides and to distinguish various shades and colors of specimens
• Near-visual acuity required to read detailed instructions and to examine specimens
• Finger and manual dexterity required to handle specimens and small pieces of laboratory equipment

Responsibilities

• Performs various chemical, microscopic, microbiological and hematological tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease
• Records laboratory test data, patient and quality control information
• Is actively involved in quality control procedures, review and corrective action
• Maintains care of expensive laboratory equipment and instruments and judicious use of materials
• Assists in training new lab personnel, externs and students
• Carefully handles infectious material to protect all laboratory personnel
• Utilizes knowledge of human physiology and science to evaluate test results for accuracy

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level