Clinical Lab Scientist, Microbiology

Job Summary: 

Under the supervision of a Laboratory Supervisor, the Clinical Lab Scientist is responsible for
specimen processing, test performance test result reporting, clerical and patient care support
services with a high level of accuracy, precision and timeliness while ensuring compliance with
departmental and regulatory agency standards.

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
•  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.