What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist position at PIONEERS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT?
SUMMARY: Day position
Performs specialized clinical laboratory testing in all clinical laboratory disciplines. Performs and reports results, proof tests and assumes responsibility for accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Utilizes laboratory computer systems to document all actions taken concerning patient and quality control testing.
- Performs laboratory testing following laboratory policies and procedures.
- Performs and documents instrument calibrations following manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance following laboratory policies and procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Performs quality control testing as required in laboratory policies and procedures. All remedial actions taken for out of control results will be documented.
- Performs STAT testing in a timely manner and has the ability to organize testing priorities during heavy workload situations to expedite patient testing results.
- Relays Panic Values to ordering service and documents all actions taken.
- Follows laboratory safety policies and procedures including Standard Precautions.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs venous and arterial puncture to obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintains clean work area and adequate supplies and reagents.
- Assists in researching and implementing new testing procedures.
- Assists in training and supervision of Laboratory Assistants.
- Supervises lab assistants and phlebotomists on weekends and after office hours.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and ability to follow instructions.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION:
- Four-year college degree with a valid Clinical Laboratory License issued by the State of California Department of Health Services required.
AGE OF POPULATION SERVED:
Newborn Infant/Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric All X No Patient Care
Salary : $47 - $55