Description

Salary Range: $76.65 - $93.46 + applicable differentials

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Director, Laboratory Supervisor, or Lead CLS, the CLS performs technical procedures working with little or no direct supervision in any area of the clinical laboratory. These areas include Blood Bank, Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, and Urinalysis. Must perform and report timely and accurate tests results to assist physicians on their diagnosis and treatment. Duties include clerical tasks computer usage related laboratory services. Works with potentially infectious blood and body fluids specimens. Must be competent to assess and meet the needs of patient of all age groups or contact appropriate hospital resource for guidance. must also maintain a working knowledge of CLIA, FDA, an agency standard.

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties, shifts, or departmental rotations as required.

Education
Required: BS or equivalent in medical technology pr biological sciences
Desired: Advanced degree or certification

Licenses/Certification
Required: Current CA CLS License

Work Experience
Required: 0-3 years' experience in a hospital or reference laboratory
Desired: Generalist experience in all areas of the laboratory

Language Skills
Required: Ability to read, comprehend, and write English with good spoken skills

Computer Skills
Required: Working knowledge of LIS systems. Must be proficient with standard work processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, or similar program
Desired: Background/knowledge of standard DB systems

Other Skills and Abilities
Required: Experience with automated laboratory instruments, effective verbal and written communication skills

Other Qualifications
Required: Must be able to work weekends variable shifts, etc