Clinical Lab Scientist

Analyzes specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed • Analyze clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors • Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab • Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized work space • Completes training and other deadlines on time. • Go-to person when lead/supervisor is not available • Assists lead/supervisor in training new hires and/or assists lead/supervisor in training/implementation of new process changes (as needed). • Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users) • Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common errors • Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor • Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices. • Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation • Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable) • Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition • Communicates with team and other departments (including via e-mail) • Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offers suggestions/ideas for improvement • Assists teammates in completing daily tasks • Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner; acts as a role model/mentor to others • Adheres to Departmental Expectations • This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have an access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job • Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire. • Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements. • Employee must pass post offer criminal background check. • Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • 2-4 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment. • BS/BA degree (or equivalent) in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or related field • Current California CLS license or CGMBS license (Clinical Genetics Molecular Biology Scientist) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills. • Experience in Molecular Biology. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Word processing and data management skills.