Job Description

Key Requirements and Duties:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I (CLS I) will perform analytical testing as well as general laboratory processes , in a high complexity clinical molecular laboratory in compliance with policies, procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Performs clinical testing of patient samples , which includes set-up of molecular assays .
• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control processes and document quality control activities , instrument and equipment verifications , and instrument maintenance and preventive maintenance .
• Supports the Corporate and Laboratory Operations Goals and Objectives .
• Follows the laboratory's policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Identifies and documents problems that may adversely affect test performance and notifies the manager or director.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Participates in activities required to support all necessary licensure for the clinical laboratory , including maintaining quality systems and test records and supporting on-site inspections of the laboratory.
• Utilizes an in-house Lab Information System (LIS) .
• Complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations.
• Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
• May be required to monitor the activities of non-licensed personnel .
• May be required to assist in assay development activities .
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

• Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist (CGMBS) or Generalist Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License from the State of California
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or Biological Sciences .
• Must meet the requirements for Testing Personnel under CLIA 88 (42 CFR, part 493)
• Highly organized , able to work independently , follow standard operating procedures .
• Experience in a high complexity CLIA/CAP environment strongly preferred
• Experience in Molecular Biology , Molecular Pathology , and/or Medical Genetics preferred

Required Training/Certification:

• On the job training including, but not limited to: HIPAA , and safety procedures .

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