Kaiser Permanente

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Extern


PayCompetitive
LocationSan Jose/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 1330305
      Job Summary:
      Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, continues CLS training on analytical procedures and performs pre-analytical and post-analytical procedures according to the California Lab Law and Regulations permitted for non-licensed personnel. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols.

      Essential Responsibilities:
      • For analyzing practice cases, correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed.
      • Using the training environment, performs tests on post-verified patient specimens and unknowns and reviews results with supervisor or designee for competency assessment.
      • Loads specimens on analyzers as directed by a CLS and locates specimens for add-on tests.
      • Demonstrates the ability to determine the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing and gives specimens to licensed laboratory personnel for final disposition.
      • Practices quality control procedures and demonstrates an understanding of the importance of quality control for ensuring accuracy of clinical data.
      • Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure and under the supervision of a CLS.
      • Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.
      • Receives supplies into a testing area; dates and stores appropriately under the direction of the CLS.
      • Performs data entry for statistical analysis to support the CLSs evaluation, validation and correlation studies.
      • As directed by the supervisor or manager, assists with special projects not requiring licensed staff.
      Basic Qualifications:
      Experience
      • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
      • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
      • Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
      Education
      • Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) or related field and recently completed a California State approved CLS training program at a Kaiser Permanente Northern California facility and eligible to take the State approved CLS licensing exam by start of the CLS Extern position.
      License, Certification, Registration
      • Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (California) within 3 months of hire
      Additional Requirements:
      Preferred Qualifications:
      • Computer application experience/proficiency preferred.
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