Clinical Lab Scientist I

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition.

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 • 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.

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.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

: • 1-2 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 (Clinical Laboratory Science - Generalist) 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.

, and internal equity considerations.

Compensation

Total Rewards This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire.

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57 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health.

Benefits

through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including: Long-term equity awards Comprehensive health

Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with company match Generous paid time off and company holidays Additional wellness and work-life