Test Complexity: Moderate and High
Reports directly to: General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Laboratory Day Manager
As part of the Hunter Laboratory team, all Clinical Laboratory Scientists are responsible for all patient testing, related quality procedures including, but not limited to specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting test results, and should only perform those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and that are within the individual’s skill level as determined by education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining complete and accurate records of all patient results
- Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documenting of all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance
- Identifies and rapidly communicate problems (and proposed solutions) that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
- Participates in quality assurance activities as required
- Participates as part of a team introducing new assays as required
- Performs high complexity testing under the on-site direct supervision of a general supervisor, if required by personnel qualification requirements
- Assists in the training of new laboratory personnel and students and interns
- Performs other laboratory related activities, tasks and processes on an as needed basis
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-3 years experience in a clinical laboratory desired
- Possesses a valid generalist California license (specialty licenses will be considered)
- Good Analytical skills, including working with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems
- Able to manage daily needs with a high emphasis on quality
- Flexibility and willingness to contribute to the changing processes as part of a team
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
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