Clinical Lab Scientist (Point of Care/LIS)

Job Summary: 

The Clinical Lab Scientist is responsible for performing tasks as delegated by the Director, Manager, Lab Supervisor or POC/Lis Coordinator in any area of the lab deemed necessary, including Point of Care (POC) testing and Lab Information Systems (LIS). Responsibilities may also include performing testing as required in Chemistry or other Clinical Laboratory departments as needed.

Licensure and Certification:

•  Current California CLS License

Education:

•  BS/BA

Experience:

•  1-2 years previous experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• CLS training in a USA program or if foreign trained, experience in a hospital based laboratory located in the USA.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and professionally in English as well as follow verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work flexible shifts
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Basic computer skills

Physical Demands - Clerical/Administrative Non-Patient Care:

• Frequent sitting and standing/walking with frequent position change.
• Continuous use of bilateral upper extremities in fine motor activities requiring fingering, grasping, and forward reaching between waist and chest level. 
• Occasional/intermittent reaching at or above shoulder level. 
• Occasional/intermittent bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, twisting, and climbing. 
• Occasional/intermittent lifting and carrying objects/equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. 
• Continuous use of near vision, hearing and verbal communication skills in handling telephone calls, interacting with customers and co-workers and performing job duties