• Clinical Laboratory Scientist

    Sutter Health (Roseville, CA)


    We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

    Organization:

    SRMC-Sutter Roseville Med Center

    Position Overview:

    Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA). If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing. Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of limited CLS license (e.g. Clinical Chemist Scientist, Clinical Microbiologist Scientist, and Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist)

     

    **Job Description** :

    EDUCATION:

    A Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences or related field.

    CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

    CA Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

    OR

    Any of the following:

    + Clinical Chemist Scientist License

    + Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist License

    + Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist License

    + Clinical Hematologist Scientist License

    + Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist License

    + Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License

    + Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License

    + Clinical Toxicologist Scientist License

    + Clinical Reproductive Biologist Scientist License

    TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

    2 years recent relevant experience.

    SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

    Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in assigned clinical specialty areas appropriate for licensure; examples Transfusion Service or Microbiology.

     

    Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes

     

    Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.

     

    Culturally Competent Communication: Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors

     

    Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to: 1) fluctuations in volume; 2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or IS failure; 3) shift to-shift hand-offs; 4) STAT test orders; 5) specimen integrity issues 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

     

    Adherence to Practices & Procedures: Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

    Job Shift:

    Day/Evening/Night

    Schedule:

    Per Diem/Casual

    Shift Hours:

    8

    Days of the Week:

    Variable

    Weekend Requirements:

    Every other Weekend

    Benefits:

    No

    Unions:

    No

    Position Status:

    Non-Exempt

    Weekly Hours:

    0

    Employee Status:

    Per Diem/Casual

     

    Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

     

    Pay Range is $62.96 to $78.70 / hour

     

    _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_