A Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent educational training.
One year of internship in a program approved by the State of California.
A valid California license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist pursuant to Division 2, Chapter 3 of the California Business and Professions Code.
Knowledge of accepted clinical laboratory practices and procedures, including proper specimen procurement, handling and disposal of potentially infectious material, and California law relating to laboratory science.
Ability to perform routine and complex procedures with or without supervision.
Strong theoretical and technical knowledge in laboratory medicine.
Phlebotomy and specimen processing.
Excellent customer service for providers and patients.
Excellent clinical judgment.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Responsibilities
Accurately perform clinical laboratory testing in chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microscopy, microbiology, serology, and transfusion services, using examination and analytical methods on human-body-derived materials to provide information for diagnosis, treatment, health assessment, or disease prevention in patients of all ages.
Report results substantiated by the proper use of appropriate quality control systems.
Participate in proficiency testing and continuing education.
Desired Qualifications
One year of experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
Generalist experience is desirable.
Description
Summary/Objective
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist accurately performs all clinical laboratory testing including chemistry, coagulation, hematology, microscopy, microbiology, serology and transfusion services. Tests are performed using a variety of examination and analytical methods on materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for diagnosis, treatment and/or health assessment, or prevention of disease, in patients of all ages. Reports results substantiated by the proper use of appropriate quality control systems; actively participates in proficiency testing and continuing education.
Essential Functions
Demonstrates knowledge of accepted clinical laboratory practices and procedures including proper procurement of specimens, handling and disposing of potentially infectious material, and familiarity with California law relating to the practice of laboratory science.
Able to perform routine and complex procedures with or without supervision.
Demonstrates strong theoretical and technical knowledge in laboratory medicine
Phlebotomy and specimen processing
Core Competencies
Excellent customer service for both providers and patients
Excellent clinical judgement
Interpersonal communication skills
Requirements
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent educational training.
One year of internship in a program approved by the State of California.
Must possess a valid California license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist pursuant to Divison 2, Chapter 3 of the California Business and Professions Code.
Preferred Education and Experience
One year experience in a hospital setting is preferred. Generalist experience desirable.