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Loma Linda University Health · 9 hours ago

Clinical Lab Scientist-Transfusion

Loma Linda, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Loma Linda University Health is a faith-based healthcare institution seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist-Transfusion. The role involves performing and interpreting complex tests, preparing blood products, and serving as a technical resource while ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.

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Responsibilities

Performs and interprets moderate and high complexity tests

Reports results and prepares blood products following standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices

Monitors pending lists

Meets or exceeds turn-around time goals for test production and result reporting

Performs instrument and equipment calibration, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair

Serves as a technical resource including problem solving, troubleshooting, interpreting/consulting, and verifying specimen quality and test results

Serves as a preceptor/mentor to students, residents, and staff

Performs other duties as needed

Qualification

Clinical Laboratory ScienceBlood Bank TestingCalifornia CLS LicenseAutomated Testing InstrumentsManufacturing PracticesAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelors degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field required

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Generalist MTA required

Knowledge of medical lab standard operating procedures, types of software used, and equipment

Ability to perform complex clinical lab tests and interpret and analyze data, to determine the clinical significance of test results

Able to use and maintain specialized lab equipment needed to perform all lab procedures

Must be able to articulate logical and well-founded arguments that support conclusions and exhibit excellent dexterity and analytical skills

Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment

Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction

Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail

Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch