Clin Lab Scientist II - FT- Eves - Clinical Laboratory @LG

El Camino Health; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

El Camino Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the evening shift in California. The CLS will perform accurate, reliable laboratory testing and support training for interns and new staff, ensuring quality and safety across the laboratory.

The role requires a California CLS license, a Baccalaureate degree in clinical laboratory science, and at least three years of acute care hospital CLS experience within the last five years, with weekend and holiday rotations.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years CLS acute care hospital experience in the past 5 years.
• Must be available to work weekends on rotational basis and holidays.
• Available enterprise-wide and other shifts occasionally as needed for work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory testing for physicians and patients.
• Trains CLS student interns and new CLS employees.
• Assists in instrument evaluation, process improvement, and accreditation maintenance.
• Provides expertise across areas consistent with the CLS scope of practice.

Skills

Weekend availability

Rotational shifts

Shift flexibility

Education

Baccalaureate degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent

Job description

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

FTE 1 Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 80 Work Shift Evening: 8 hours

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory testing that provides laboratory information to physicians and other healthcare professionals for the diagnosis and treatment of their patients. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist follows the Laboratory’s written policies and procedures in order to safely perform testing, ensure the quality of that testing, and train CLS student interns and new CLS employees. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist may also assist in the evaluation and selection of laboratory instrumentation, in process improvement projects, in maintaining laboratory accreditation, and in providing expertise in other areas that are consistent with the CLS scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years CLS acute care hospital experience in the past 5 years.
• Must be available to work weekends on rotational basis and holidays.
• Available enterprise-wide and other shifts occasionally as needed for work assignments.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.
• If required to drive to other sites; valid California Driver License and proof of automobile insurance.

Salary Range: $73.45 - $97.62 USD Hour

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available.

• Light Work - Walking or standing up to 49% of shift, duties require standard movement, may occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

El Camino Health is an equal opportunity employer and seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.

El Camino Health’s nationally recognized doctors and care teams are committed to providing you with high-quality, excellent care. We aim to deliver a healthcare experience that is designed around your individual needs.

When you choose El Camino Health for your care, you can count on: Distinguished hospitals. Our fully accredited hospitals, Los Gatos, and Mountain View, have received numerous awards and honors for high-quality healthcare.

Exceptional talent. Our reputation attracts high-caliber doctors who are approachable and friendly, a nursing culture exceptional for its highly personalized patient and family care, and leadership with a deeply personal commitment.

Innovative approaches to care. We seek new treatments and techniques, and contribute to the medical community through clinical trials. Our urgent care sites powered by Carbon Health enable easy, immediate scheduling and follow up through the Carbon Health app.

A focus on health. Our regional Men’s Health Program offers a team approach to care and has a variety of specialists who are focused on men’s health issues, including heart and vascular, urology, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction and healthy weight.

We created the South Asian Heart Center and the Chinese Health Initiative to address unique health disparities in our patient population.

A healing environment. Our spaces were specially designed for tranquility and comfort.