Category: Scientific

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Reference: BH-370262-2

Yoh is hiring a Clinical Lab Scientist for our client in the South Bay. In the CLS role , you will serve as a technical resource to internal hospital staff and external entities; develop policies and procedures; review technical work of others, solve complex technical problems; develop teaching protocols/curriculums in addition to the essential function of the CLS. Educates internally and externally as requested.
Industry: Clinical Lab
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Compensation: $149k - $167k (based upon experience)
Type: Direct Hire
Job Functions

• Adheres to all safety/health regulatory and state/federal legal requirements and the policies, operating procedures, and Service Standards of the Hospitals.
• Conducts statistical analysis of tests using clinical laboratory techniques in chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology or related laboratory specialties.
• Evaluates and interprets test relative to established guidelines and reference material. Reach conclusions, assign results, and conduct further testing or other actions as needed.
• Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures examining specimens for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.
• Performs maintenance and function checks on electronic, analytical equipment and perform operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.
• Provides consultation regarding the appropriateness of the testing ordered and interpretation of test results. Assists clients in ensuring the appropriate test are ordered.
• Serves as a technical resource to others. Accesses training needs and participates in-service training of laboratory personnel.
• May act as designee in the absence of supervisor or manager. Rotate as weekend lead, take on special projects and performs more complex, intense preventative maintenance.

• Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Special Chemistry experience
• Experience with CAP preparation, inspection, and reviewing QC's
• Experience with AU, DxI, Archiect, ESP's or Mass Specs
• Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions
• Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, microbiology and related laboratory sciences
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of laboratory controls, methods, procedures and regulations
• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes