Clinical Lab Scientist -Virology
Company: Stanford Health Care
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation,
we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job
openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.Day 08 Hour (United
States of America)The Clinical Lab Scientist for Virology performs
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. 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.Essential
Functions:The essential functions listed are typical examples of
work performed by positions in this job classification. They are
not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive
inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may
also perform other duties as assigned.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 the 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.Minimum QualificationsAny combination of
education and experience that would likely provide the required
knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any
required licenses or certifications is qualifying.Education:
Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an
accredited college or universityExperience: One (1) year of
progressively responsible and directly related work
experienceLicense/Certification: Clinical Laboratory Scientist
(CLS) or for Microbiology, Cytology or Genomics Labs only: PHM
California Certified Public Health Microbiologist; or CGMBS
Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist, or CLS Limited
Clinical Laboratory ScientistKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThese
are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to
perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are
generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or
licensure/certification.Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions
and interpret resultsAbility to communicate effectively, both
orally and in writingAbility to learn new procedures and adapt to
technological changes in the laboratoryAbility to organize,
prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to
solve problems and identify solutionsAbility to work effectively
with individuals at all levels of the organizationKnowledge and
technical proficiency in specialty areas assigned within the
laboratoryKnowledge of infection prevention policies and
proceduresKnowledge of local, state and federal regulatory
requirements related to areas of functional
responsibility#LI-PD2Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health
Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal
opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and
practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does
not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color,
sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression,
religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs,
marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran
status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.
People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups,
people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered
after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job
requirements.
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