Clinical Lab Scientist I: Precision Testing & Quality

Torrance Memorial Medical Center; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist I to perform moderate and high complexity testing under CLIA regulations. The role emphasizes accuracy, quality control, and timely reporting of patient results.

You will monitor analyses, maintain documentation, assist in training, and participate in performance improvement activities. California CLS trainee license acceptable at hire with licensure within six months required.

Qualifications

• Meets CLIA General Supervisor and High Complexity Testing requirements.
• California CLS trainee license acceptable at hire; licensure within six months.
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests per written procedures and report results.
• Monitor test analyses to ensure acceptable analytic performance.
• Maintain quality control records and instrument calibrations.
• Coordinate workload to maximize productivity.
• Use SBAR handoff when communicating.
• Assist in training of new employees.
• Maintain safe work area and report unsafe conditions.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

SBAR communication

Training others

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Education

California CLS trainee license

CLS license required

Tools

LIS

Blood Bank equipment

Job description

Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist I to perform moderate and high complexity testing under CLIA regulations. The role emphasizes accuracy, quality control, and timely reporting of patient results.

You will monitor analyses, maintain documentation, assist in training, and participate in performance improvement activities. California CLS trainee license acceptable at hire with licensure within six months required.