Clinical Lab Assistant Jobs in San Ramon, CA (NOW HIRING)

The Clinical Lab Scientist performs test procedures in Immunology and Flow Cytometry.  Performs and reports test results (manually and automated). Operates laboratory instrumentation & equipment to accurately generate test results. Initiates troubleshooting of errant laboratory instrumentation & equipment as needed.  Follows established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks in the section. Must be able to work in a high-volume setting.

Required Qualifications:

• College graduate degree with a BA or BS in a related science

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a high-volume laboratory doing clinical laboratory testing
• Prefer experience with current automation and instrumentation used in a clinical laboratory
• Recent experience performing clinical lab testing in Immunology

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license

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Key Responsibilities

Task A: Perform Immunology Procedures

1. Performs all procedures assigned to the shift in an accurate and efficient manner.

1. Completes required training and competency assessments within the assigned time frames.

1. Learns and performs any new procedure within a reasonable time frame.

1. Performs procedures in a manner, which does not deviate from the step-by-step procedure write-up. 

1. Any deviation from the procedure must be reviewed with a supervisor or medical director prior to performing the test. 

1. Questionable result should be reviewed by supervisor or medical director prior to sending any results. 

1. Be responsible for procedural updates by reviewing procedures on an annual basis, checking posted and emailed updates, bench logbook and by reading and initialing all meeting notes. 

1. Integrates assigned tasks and maintains a reasonable work speed  in order to complete the assignments by the end of the workshift. 

1. Completes test procedures and transmits results in the laboratory computer system within established turn-around times (TATs).

1. Reads and consults SOPs to be familiar with the procedure or when problem or questions arise.

2. Reviews results and validates on computer screen before releasing the results to the LIS (Laboratory Information System).

1. Monitors pending logs for incomplete tests. Follows up to ensure testing is performed and completed.

1. Never alters patient test results in any way after they have been released to the LIS except through accepted procedure with documentation. 

1. Follow policies and SOPs for any requirement to contact patient care team and document according to policy. Notifies resident of issues with calling result.

1. Prepares QC material as needed.

1. Analyzes required quality control material for all procedures. 

1. Records QC results on worksheet and/or in the LIS.

1. Repeats test/test run if controls are outside the posted control range. Initiate troubleshooting of out-of-control situations. 

1. Completes analysis of proficiency testing material within stated turn-around-time.

1. Describes any test problem and documents actions taken on the appropriate form or worksheet (if applicable). 

1. Reports questionable results and any quality control problems to specialist and or supervisor in a timely manner.

1. Labels specimens, reagents and worksheets with required information in a legible and neat manner with ink pen.

1. Legibly records the results of manual tests on worksheets in ink. Manually enter test results correctly that are not transmitted by on-line instruments.

1. Signs and dates worksheet appropriate as required each time a procedure is performed.

1. Labels worksheet with name of test procedure, if applicable.

2. Correctly makes dilutions following the dilution protocol for the assay.

1. Communicates across change of bench rotation in regard to patient and instrument problems and pending tests. 

1. Maintains a clean and neat work area. Replenish supplies and prepare reagents as needed.

1. Wears buttoned lab coat, gloves, and uses face protection when handling patient samples. Exercises proper care and precautions to protect oneself from health hazards. Refrains from smoking, drinking, or eating in and around work areas.

1. Take full responsibility for errors when committed, notifies required personnel, and completes appropriate documentation. 

1. Works well without close or continual supervision.

1. Accepts a reasonable increase in the workload when necessary or assigned by a supervisor.

1. Adheres to all policies and procedures established in the Clinical Laboratory Personnel Policies.

1. Performs special studies or projects when added to routine procedure run or when assigned separately.

1. Stores and discards completed samples appropriately per each bench or test requirement.

1. Assists in the training of new CLS's and CLS trainees and students.

1. Assists with receiving, unpacking, and storage of reagents and supplies.

1. Assists coworkers when own tasks are completed.

1. Assists with answering phone calls or in-lab inquiries. Maintains a respectful and professional attitude at all times.

1. Initiates Laboratory Problem Reports or Incident Reports to document complaints, errors, injuries and/or variances from standard procedure. 

1. Complete projects or studies within the agreed upon time period

Task B: Maintain & Troubleshoot all equipment used in the department.

1. Operates laboratory equipment and analytical instruments in a proper and efficient manner without close or continual supervision.
2. Evaluates the proper performance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation and notifies the supervisor of any malfunction.
3. Be able to initiate troubleshooting of any instrument when a malfunction occurs.
4. Notify the first available supervisor or specialist of malfunction. If no supervisor on site, and if an instrument cannot be used until repaired, attaches Repair Tag or Out of Service tag, and sends email to bench staff alerting them to the status. 
5. if an instrument cannot be used until repaired, call tech-support for earliest service arrangement.
6. Never modifies or alters the equipment or instrumentation without consulting a supervisor or specialist. Signs and dates log sheets after performing maintenance procedures.
7. Performs maintenance on equipment as assigned or instructed by a supervisor or specialist.
8. Initials Maintenance Logs after performing maintenance procedures.
9. Records malfunction and corrective action in service logbooks. Notifies supervisor and/or bench staff via email of pending service calls. 

Task D:

Maintains a cooperative behavior and acceptable attendance record.

1. Consults bulletin board every working day for notices and announcements.

2. Informs the specialist or supervisor when he/she completes the assigned work.

1. Informs the specialist or supervisor earliest possible if assigned work cannot be completed by the end of work shift.

1. Informs supervisor of any problems relating to work area.

1. Consults each day the posted weekday work rotation schedule and the weekend work schedule.

1. Accepts a daily job rotation reassignment when necessary.

1. Responds professionally to a reasonable request from a supervisor.

1. Behaves in a professional manner with other hospital personnel, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.

1. Takes only allotted time on lunch and breaks.

1. Reports to work on time and does not leave before the end of the shift without permission from a supervisor.

1. Cooperates with co-workers.

1. Notifies relevant Immunology personnel of absenteeism or lateness at least 15 minutes before the workshift starts.

1. Maintains a neat and clean dress appearance reflecting professionalism.

1. Manages a stressful laboratory situation in a manner that causes a minimal disruption in laboratory testing and the least distraction to laboratory workers.

1. Adheres to all policies and procedures established in the Clinical Laboratory Personnel Policies.