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Job Location drjobs

San Francisco, CA - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 69 - 87

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview:

Functions as the technical and clinical subject matter expert in one or more areas of the laboratory. Duties routinely include evaluating Quality Control (QC) and Proficiency Testing (PT) taking corrective action when needed as well as periodically summarizing QC and PT results in reports or graphs for Medical Director review. Also performs a variety of Quality Assurance (QA) duties such as review of records (patient testing instrument maintenance temperature etc) taking corrective action when needed. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of technological advances and accreditation requirements related to assigned areas of the Laboratory. Plays a key role in maintaining accreditation readiness; participates in accreditation surveys and regulatory agency inspections. Advises on and provides guidance for technical and clinical problem-solving or trouble-shooting ensuring accurate and actionable test results. Advises on the technical aspects when new policies procedures and protocols are being developed and implemented. Develops and coordinates the completion of validation and verification plans for new procedures and equipment. Develops training material and competence assessments for new procedures and equipment. Trains and assesses the competency of co-workers. Routinely performs all duties of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in one or more areas of the Laboratory. 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. Additional Responsibilities will be Chemistry Technical Specialist. Experience with performing method comparisons Parrell testing AMR review.

Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example emergencies staff changes workload or technical development).

EDUCATION:
Bachelors: A baccalaureate or higher degree in biological sciences or an equivalent major from an accredited college or university completing the number of semester and/or quarter units in coursework relevant to a Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license as specified by the California Code of Regulations Title 17

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
CLSL-Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
5 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 one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry Special Chemistry Hematology/Coagulation Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.
Demonstrates subject matter expertise in one or more technical areas of the Lab. Is knowledgeable as to regulatory and accreditation requirements. Is skilled in QC/QA equipment troubleshooting training assessing competency procedure development and technical problem-solving.
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected time-frames
Ability to accurately precisely and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.
Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages backgrounds values beliefs and behaviors
Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to: Fluctuations in volume Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failure Shift-to-shift hand-offs STAT test orders Specimen integrity issues Regular review of pending logs and 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.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
See required physical demands mental components visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

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Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

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

Pay Range is $69.85 to $87.31 / 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 candidates 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.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Employment Type

Full-Time

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