Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Pacific Cancer Care has provided superior care for patients for nearly 50 years. We make every patient our priority. We are a family here at PCC, each member of

the team cares deeply, often for a very personal reason, and that means a lot to our patients

Why Join Us? Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve.

Job Description:

JOB DETAILS:

LOCATION: Pacific Cancer Care - 5 Harris Ct, Ste 201, Monterey, CA  93940

SCHEDULE: Per Diem/PRN Position | Monday–Friday

SALARY RANGE: $57.12 to $80.00 per hr

REPORTS TO: Lab Supervisor/Director of Clinical Operations

START DATE: ASAP

BENEFITS: This position does not qualify for employee benefits, except CA Sick Pay

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analysis in Hematology, Chemistry and Clinical immunoassays, to provide accurate data for diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. The clinical laboratory scientist will work closely with the Clinical Manager, Technical Consultant and Laboratory Director to perform waived and moderate complexity testing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Licensure as CLS in California

1-5 years of experience working in laboratory

Experience with maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of laboratory analyzers/equipment; including the Horiba ABX Pentra XL 80, Roche Cobas c311, and Roche Cobas e411 preferred.

Experience with laboratory QC and QA preferred.

Ability to recognize/report abnormal laboratory results.

Leadership experience preferred.

Computer skills and typing required.

Demonstrated excellent people skills, verbal skills and multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing.

Ability to provide supervision of phlebotomy and laboratory assistant staff

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Clinical Hematology

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical Immunoassays

Oncology medical terminology

ICD 10 codes

Common Laboratory testing

Medical office practices

Computer skills

Telephone skills

Customer service practices

Education theory and practices

Psychosocial support and symptom management

ABILITY TO:

Accurately document assessments and interventions on a computer

Interpret laboratory results and notify appropriate personnel with abnormal values.

Multitask:  ability to handle, use and respond to patients, phones, staff/MDs and computers simultaneously.

Speak and educate clearly and concisely to be understood by patients, MDs, and staff.

Maintain pace of practice w/ follow through in a timely manner

Maintain confidentiality

Work independently as well as part of a team

Take direction / interpret / follow through with medical orders from physicians

PHYSICAL FACTORS:

The physical abilities required of this position may include the following:

• Vision sufficient to read handwritten, typed and computer documents throughout the shift
• Speech and hearing sufficient to receive and communicate detailed information clearly by phone and in person
• Motor skills sufficient to handle, use or operate computer terminal, fax machine, copier, telephone, needles, pipetting
• Manual dexterity sufficient to use a variety of handheld tools and to manipulate single sheets of paper and/or file materials
• Physical ability to reach, lift, and bend to retrieve and/or file materials
• Physical ability to sit, stand or otherwise remain stationary at work post for long periods of time
• Physical ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.
• Physical ability to walk up and down one flight of stairs and between patient and departments throughout the day.