Blood Bank Lab Lead & POC Testing Expert

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health seeks a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist for Blood Bank in Salinas, CA. The role supervises the section, directs testing, and ensures equipment maintenance, while participating in quality control and performance improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or related field, a California CLS License/ASCP, and has at least one year of CLS experience within the last five years. Day shift, full-time position with union ESC.

Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License or ASCP certification is required.
• At least one year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Blood Bank and related laboratory operations; assigns tasks and ensures equipment maintenance.
• Directs performance improvement projects and maintains quality control procedures.
• Acts as a resource to peers, answers technical questions, and resolves irregularities.
• Trains and mentors staff; may supervise section in absence of on-site supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Point of Care Testing

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Training

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent

California CLS License/ASCP

Current BLS/Healthcare status

Job description

Salinas Valley Health seeks a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist for Blood Bank in Salinas, CA. The role supervises the section, directs testing, and ensures equipment maintenance, while participating in quality control and performance improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or related field, a California CLS License/ASCP, and has at least one year of CLS experience within the last five years. Day shift, full-time position with union ESC.