A Brief OverviewPerforms a wide range of medical laboratory tests used to diagnose, treat and prevent disease. Using technical knowledge and a theoretical understanding of the basis of the tests, records and validates the accuracy and quality of results to ensure conformity to specifications. Understands and applies the correct control measures and protocols in cases of abnormal results, reporting any discrepancies to a Senior, Reference, or Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Calibrates assays where the calibration is part of each run. Maintains supply inventory, performs and documents routine preventative maintenance and records is performance. Performs simple troubleshooting and reports instrument malfunctions to senior staff. Has an understanding and maintains current knowledge of specialty area(s) assigned in the laboratory.
LocationsStanford Health Care
What you will do- Accurately performs and completes laboratory analysis on body fluids in accordance with laboratory protocols and policies.
- Adheres to all safety/health and state/federal regulatory requirements and the procedures, policies and Services Standard defined by the Hospitals.
- Applies the appropriate control measures in test with abnormal results. Handles results in accordance with protocol and notifies the necessary personnel.
- Demonstrates technical proficiency in all areas of assigned responsibility. Keeps abreast of new technical developments and acquires the necessary skills to adapt to technological changes.
- Maintains a current understanding of all procedures used in the assigned laboratory section(s) and can interpret the significance of normal and abnormal results.
- Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures examining specimens for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.
- Performs maintenance and function checks on analytical equipment and perform operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
- Resolves problems related to clinical issues, equipment or testing by initiating research utilizing available reference material. Reports and/or escalates problems to management as appropriate.
- Using technical knowledge and theoretical understanding of the basis of tests, records and analyzes test results to validate accuracy, quality and conformity to specifications.
Education Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university
Experience Qualifications- One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to learn new procedures and adapt to technological changes in the laboratory
- Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
- Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Knowledge and technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the laboratory
- Knowledge of infection prevention policies and procedures
- Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
Licenses and CertificationsPhysical Demands and Work ConditionsPhysical Demands- Seldom Sitting.
- Constant Walking.
- Constant Standing.
- Frequent Bending.
- Occasional Squatting.
- Seldom Climbing.
- Seldom Kneeling.
- Never Crawling.
- Constant Hand Use.
- Constant Repetitive Motion Hand Use.
- Frequent Grasping.
- Occasional Fine Manipulation.
- Constant Pushing and Pulling.
- Occasional Reaching (above shoulder level).
- Frequent Twisting and Turning (Neck and Waist).
- Constant Vision (Color, Peripheral, Distance, Focus).
Lifting- Constant lifting of 0 - 10 lbs.
- Frequent lifting of 11 - 20 lbs.
- Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs.
- Seldom lifting of 31 - 40 lbs.
- Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs.
Working Environment- Never Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment.
- Constant Working around equipment and machinery.
- Seldom Walking on uneven ground.
- Occasional Exposure to excessive noise.
- Frequent Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness.
- Occasional Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals.
- Never Working at heights.
- Never Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement.
- Constant Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment.
- Never Use of respirator.
- Never Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc..
Blood Borne Pathogens- Category III - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, and Category I tasks that are not a condition of employment
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $69.10 - $77.81 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
