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UCSF Health

Clinical Lab Scientist - Per Diem

UCSF Health, Burlingame, California, United States, 94012

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Clinical Lab Scientist - Per Diem Join UCSF Health as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the Transfusion Service. The role involves performing test procedures, reporting results (manually and automated), operating laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting equipment, and following quality control procedures in a high‑volume setting.

Responsibilities

Perform test procedures in the Transfusion Service.

Report test results both manually and via automated systems.

Operate laboratory instrumentation and equipment to generate accurate results.

Troubleshoot errant laboratory instrumentation and equipment as needed.

Follow established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks within the section.

Maintain competency in a high‑volume laboratory environment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree.

A valid California Department of Health Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or a limited license in Immunohematology.

Maintain an active license and comply with the Clinical Lab CLS licensure policy.

Recent experience performing clinical laboratory testing in the Transfusion Service.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer two years’ Blood Bank or Transfusion Service experience in a high‑volume lab within the past five years, including (but not limited to):

Selection and crossmatch of blood for sensitized or problem recipients.

Antibody identification and titers.

Serologic follow‑up of transfusion reactions.

Blood Bank quality control procedures.

Issues associated with transfusion of the neonate.

Use of hospital and laboratory information (computer) systems.

Experience performing testing on an automated platform.

License/Certification

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license.

About UCSF UCSF Health is a premier hospital and research institution committed to innovative patient care, advanced technology, and pioneering research. We offer a rewarding environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Job Details

Job Code: 008956 CLIN LAB SCI PD

Employee Class: Per Diem

Position: 30% of full time

Location: Burlingame, CA – P.O.P.C. Peninsula Outpatient Surgery Center

Work Style: Fully On‑Site

Shift: Variable, 8‑hour shifts

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