Clinical Lab Scientist

Overview

This position supports departmental goals through the performance of timely and accurate analytical blood and body fluid analysis in one or more of the technical sections including Transfusion Services, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Toxicology, Hematology/Hemostasis/Special Coagulation, Immunology/Flow Cytometry, Microbiology, Point of Care (POC), and Molecular Pathology.

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• 20% - GENERAL DUTIES

Minimum Qualifications

• California State License for Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent specialty license as defined in Division 2, Chapter 3 of the California Business and Professional Code, such as a Clinical Microbiologist Scientist, Clinical Chemistry Scientist, Clinical Hematology Scientist, or Clinical Immuno Hematology Scientist, if working only in those subspecialties
• California State License for Clinical Laboratory Technology is required. Equivalent specialty license or certificate such as a Public Health Microbiologist, Clinical Chemistry Scientist, Clinical Hematology Scientist, or Clinical Immunohematology Scientist, is acceptable only if working only in those subspecialties. License must be current and renewed as required. The incumbent is also required to acquire 24 units of continuing education biannually or as required to maintain licensure.
• Must possess California State Issued Clinical Laboratory Science license as appropriate for job responsibilities (current and renewed every two years as required).
• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience and/or training
• Technical knowledge in one or more of the following sections:
  Transfusion Services, Chemistry, Flow Cytometry, Hematology/Hemostasis/Special Coagulation, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Pathology, Point of Care Testing, Special Chemistry, and/or Toxicology.
• Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements (e.g., CDPH, CAP, TJC, AABB, FDA, NAACLS, FACT, OSHA) for testing and laboratory safety.
• Ability to recognize processes that could lead to failures; ability to resolve and report errors and aberrant results appropriately.
• Possess technical knowledge to troubleshoot instrument/equipment problems and utilize appropriate resources to resolve problems.

• Knowledge of quality assurance, quality system essentials, continuous quality improvement, metrics, data analysis and audit processes
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Ability to lead discussions, articulate test procedures, and make effective presentations.
• Excellent organization, time management, prioritization, strategic thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and assist coworkers when needed, to accept directions from direct and indirect supervisors, to make changes based on supervisor’s evaluation.
• Ability to use Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), EPIC EMR, hospital incident reporting systems (e.g., RL Solutions). Knowledge of personal computer, word processing, data management, and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to utilize effective listening and questioning techniques to educate trainees, residents and physicians in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to maintain reports, documents and records according to policy and regulations.
• Ability to work, prioritize and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet turnaround times while maintaining a high level of work performance.
• Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgment, tact and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
• Ability to function and work in a diverse work environment.

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department whose mission is to create a healthier world through bold innovation in public health, education, technology and research. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating, and ultimately preventing disease. Pathology brings these efforts together with education and patient care to transform the field. This position sets the highest…