Clin Lab Scientist I Escondido, California

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Trainee to support laboratory operations, ensure specimen accuracy, and help train new staff. This role requires proficiency in laboratory procedures, basic computer skills, and the ability to interact professionally with clients. Candidates must be CLS trainees awaiting full licensure and can expect to gain valuable experience in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency and understanding of clinical laboratory procedures.
• Ability to calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Interact professionally with customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ensure specimen acceptability and accuracy of results.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficiency in clinical laboratory procedures

Knowledge of standard office equipment

MS Windows and Office skills

Keyboarding skills

Education

CLS Trainee awaiting full CA licensure

Job description

Perform and demonstrate proficiency and understanding of procedures in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory. Prepares and ensures specimen acceptability and accuracy of results. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment with proper documentation. Assist in training and orientation of new staff. Interact with internal and external customers in a professional and courteous manner. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

CLS Trainee awaiting full CA licensure are restricted to duties of processing and setup of specimens with no test performance, verification or release of results. LIS access and security would be set up at the Trainee level.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure or CLS trainee awaiting successful licensure examination and issuance

Preferred Education: Not Applicable

Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months

Preferred Experience: 1 - 2 years

Required Certification: Not Applicable

Preferred Certification: American Society Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Required License: MTA - CA Med Tech (CLS) or MTD - Clinical Immunohematologist or Current CLS CA Trainee License with CA CLS Licensure obtained within 90 days of hire

Preferred License: Not Applicable

Current employees are not eligible for hiring incentives.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.