Required:

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license
• 5 years lab experience in high complexity testing
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science or related degree
• Knowledge of the Oncology patient population and practice operations 
• Knowledge of all aspects of a medical laboratory
• Excellent blood withdrawal skills
• Possession of BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Knowledge to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to Physicians and/or authorized personnel
• Knowledge of basic laboratory regulations as stated by CLIA and the state of California, and be able to impart knowledge to others
• Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform necessary blood tests for infusion therapy
• Skill in learning, navigating, troubleshooting, and training others in the laboratory’s LIS
• Ability to accept direction from leadership and act promptly
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, peers, physicians and administrators.
• Ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, staff, and general public in a high volume, clinical setting
• Skill in performing with frequent interruptions and/or distractions including the ability to accept equivocal circumstances and respond to changing priorities and deadlines 
• Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference, and hostility 
• Ability to effectively and efficiently train staff members in all aspects of laboratory systems and processes
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work with sensitive and confidential information using discretion and judgment
• Ability to provide own transportation and drive to all oncology community practices as needed
• Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record
• Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency, or be flexible in work schedule based on operational needs

Preferred:

• Minimum of two years of acute care/Oncology outpatient experience
• Working knowledge of the UCLA electronic health records (CareConnect), and CGM Labdaq