Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Clinical lab scientist
provides in-process analytical support for all new projects, including but not limited to electrophoresis (Capillary and traditional gel techniques), chromatography techniques (Protein A affinity, size exclusion, reverse phase, etc.), immunoassays (ELISA and AlphaLISA) and qPCR.
Clinical Lab Scientist Duties & Responsibilities
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Assures assimilation of procedures and evaluates troubleshooting techniques
Trains other CLS personnel in laboratory methods, and trains Clinical Laboratory Technicians to assist the CLSs with the laboratory methods
Trains other CLS personnel in laboratory methods and trains CLTs to assist CLSs in the laboratory methods
Current CLS License
Experience in a clinical laboratory setting
Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable
Performs procedures, which include calibrating of instruments, assessing accuracy of equipment, determining accuracy of tests, ensuring they are reproducible
Makes appropriate decisions based on the quality control results, in regard to patient testing
Perform accurate analysis of laboratory specimens
Demonstrate a high degree of proficiency and understanding in laboratory procedures in sections of the Pathology Department or demonstrates competency in three or more sections, to facilitate quality patient care and diagnosis
Clinical Lab Scientist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Clinical Lab Scientist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASCP, CPR, MT, BLS, MLT, AMT, NCA, HEW, BOC
Education for Clinical Lab Scientist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the clinical lab scientist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Medical Technology, Technical, Medical, Clinical Laboratory Science, Education, Performance, Supervision, Microbiology, English, Guidance
Skills for Clinical Lab Scientist
Desired skills for clinical lab scientist include:
Theories
Practices
Principles
Techniques
To utilize the principles
EIA
Chromatography
Using high complex methods employing electrophoresis
Autoverification
Chemiluminence and IFA platforms
Desired experience for clinical lab scientist includes:
CLS Extern position expires after ninety (90) days from date of hire into the Extern position
Experience in automated instrumentation
Read, interpret, work-up and report culture results for all areas of Aerobic and Anaerobic Bacteriology
One year recent experience in Flow Cytometry analysis such as leukemia / lymphoma phenotyping, paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, T cell subset enumeration, DNA cell cycle analysis and cytochemical staining
A minimum of one year recent working experience in Transfusion Services
Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field
Clinical Lab Scientist Examples
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Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a clinical lab scientist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for clinical lab scientist
- Participate in training and teaching responsibilities of the department
- Performs routine and special laboratory tests
- Prepares test reports legibly
- Analyzes quality control data and takes appropriate corrective action when results are outside acceptable limits
- Recognizes, analyzes and takes corrective action to resolve instrument/clinical problems
- Performs clerical functions associated with the designated laboratory area
- Contributes to the general laboratory functions and institutional needs
- Maintains an environment of safety for patients, self and others
- Performs, analyzes, interprets and evaluates medical laboratory tests using automated and manual procedures according to established protocols in order to obtain accurate information for use in patient assessment
- Maintains and reports accurate test results using documented communication channels
Qualifications for clinical lab scientist
- 3 year experience in a clinical laboratory setting
- Trains other CLS personnel in laboratory methods, and trains CLTs to assist CLSs with the laboratory methods
- High School Education or General Education Development (GED) required
- Blood bank experience preferred
- CA CLS
- Once a candidate accepts an offer of a position at Chino Hills Lab, s/he cannot rescind or revoke such acceptance and will be expected to be available and/or transfer at the anticipated start date and time
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Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of clinical lab scientist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for clinical lab scientist
- Performs and monitors quality control and comparison studies as needed to ensure accurate test performance
- Clinical laboratory environment
- Must wear protective lab gear including lab coat, gloves, face shield and completely closed footwear
- Employee may be requested to work shifts other than daylight depending on the needs of the laboratory
- Communicates errors to immediate supervisor or designee and completes appropriate section on Quality Event forms when errors are foundMaintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards
- May be required to supervise the activities of the laboratory in the absence of an on site manager
- Performs patient and Quality Control (QC) testing, develops skills and maintains competency in assigned laboratory areas
- Monitors equipment performance diagnoses malfunctions and makes repairs or initiates service requests
- Investigates documents and resolves routine problems or complaints
- Promotes an overall exceptional patient care experience by responding to requests in a timely manner and providing quality laboratory test results and/or services in a professional, supportive environment
Qualifications for clinical lab scientist
- Candidates hired into this position may be required to train at another location prior to the opening of the Chino Hills Lab
- An internal candidate does not have return rights to his/her former position once the position has been accepted
- A candidate accepting this position understands that s/he will not be eligible to apply for or transfer to another position from August 1, 2016 until February 1, 2017
- A minimum of one year recent working experience in Transfusion Services is required
- Ability to adapt to workload demands
- Ability to perform venipuncture and capillary punctures
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Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of clinical lab scientist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for clinical lab scientist
- Promotes exceptional safety and clinical outcomes by complying with procedures, rules and regulations such as infection control policies and procedures, quality control and maintenance procedures and proper patient specimen identification protocol
- Contributes to the overall employee satisfaction by demonstrating an ownership of our department goals and vision by actively participating in staff meetings, project teams and surveys and offering assistance to others when needed
- Plays an active role in the financial performance through responsible use of department resources and efficient organization of workload
- Executes clinical tests in an efficient manner, following all required procedures
- Maintains proper documentation of all experimentation within a scientific notebook
- Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests
- Interprets test reports and communicates findings to physicians
- Escalates unusual, critical or abnormal results
- Operates complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments
- Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures
Qualifications for clinical lab scientist
- Above average mathematical aptitude for required computations, standard formulas, and precise measurements
- Ability to read and follow written instructions understand and adhere to verbal directions
- Ability to write policy and procedures communicate verbal directions efficiently
- Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist licensure
- Ability to work Wednesday-Sunday 2nd shift
- CLS/CGMBS license or equivalent
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Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a clinical lab scientist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for clinical lab scientist
- Performs and evaluates quality control procedures
- Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments
- Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials
- Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field
- Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab
- Provides day-to-day supervision of testing personnel and the reporting of test results
- Ensure high complexity laboratory tests are performed in accordance with laboratory standard procedures and results are not reported until all corrective actions, if any, have been taken
- Must be accessible to testing personnel at all times testing is performed to provide consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with established policies and procedures
- The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the proper performance of all laboratory procedures and reporting of test results
- Monitor and supervise department functions such as equipment calibrations, reagent preparation, quality indicators, and instrument maintenance and ensure all department functions are conducted to manufacturer specifications and company procedures
Qualifications for clinical lab scientist
- Valide CA State CLS license
- Technologist w/1-3 years experience in a Clinical Laboratory
- Minimum three years of experience in general laboratory
- Knowledge of current information system preferred
- Bachelor's Degree and training in a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences accredited program required
- Must have at least two (2) years of applicable clinical laboratory experience
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Clinical Lab Scientist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of clinical lab scientist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for clinical lab scientist
- As applicable, attend seminars and obtain training as necessary to maintain and improve knowledge and to satisfy state of California licensing continuing education requirements
- Ensure testing supplies, consumables, and reagents are immediately available and in quantities necessary not to impact the performing of the tests and the reporting of results
- Follow and train the department staff to adhere and implement revised lab procedures as directed by the department manager, technical supervisor or the laboratory director
- Perform all other duties as may be delegated or requested by the department manager, technical supervisor or the laboratory director including remedial actions, personnel orientation, and annual evaluations
- The position reports directly to the Screening Laboratory Manager
- Analyzes clinical laboratory specimen following standard methods and procedures
- Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the appropriate patients and that the appropriate test is being performed
- Validates test results through correlation with test parameters and QC metrics
- Confirms testing on all abnormal values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results
- Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment
Qualifications for clinical lab scientist
- Above average communication, organizational skills, mathematical aptitude for computations, standard formulas, and precise measurements and ability to adapt to workload demands
- Ability to remain clam and function efficiently during difficult or emergency situations
- Clinical Education in school of CLS
- Knowledge of laboratory science, testing, instrument operation, familiarity with computers and laboratory information systems required
- Certified Medical Lab Technician (MLT) ASCP or certified Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) ASCP or eligible to sit for exam
- Bachelor's degree in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences required