Clinical Lab Scientist — Lab Operations & QC Specialist

Tahoe Forest Health System; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahoe Forest Health System in Truckee, CA, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform complex laboratory testing around the clock, ensuring accuracy and timely data entry into the LIS. The role requires CA CLS (and/or NV license) with responsibilities across chemistry, hematology, microbiology and transfusion services.

The position emphasizes compliance with CLIA-88, state regulations, and standard operating procedures, plus ongoing process improvements and mentoring of staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a health science related field.
• California CLS license or Nevada General Supervisor license.
• Experience working in a hospital clinical laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analytical tests with accuracy and precision.
• Enter data into the LIS promptly and correctly.
• Communicate with nursing, physicians and staff for proper specimen handling.
• Troubleshoot equipment and initiate backup procedures to ensure patient care.
• Adhere to CLIA-88, state regulations and internal SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a health science related discipline

CA CLS license

NV Clinical Laboratory Technologist-General Supervisor License

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Tahoe Forest Health System in Truckee, CA, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform complex laboratory testing around the clock, ensuring accuracy and timely data entry into the LIS. The role requires CA CLS (and/or NV license) with responsibilities across chemistry, hematology, microbiology and transfusion services.

The position emphasizes compliance with CLIA-88, state regulations, and standard operating procedures, plus ongoing process improvements and mentoring of staff as needed.