Clinical Lab Scientist - PD

Salinas Valley Radiologists, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 89,296 - 108,554; Part time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Radiologists, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist in Salinas, CA. This Per Diem position involves performing technical laboratory tests, ensuring quality control, and supervising staff as needed. A Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology or related field, along with a California CLS License and at least one year of related experience, is required. The hourly rate ranges from $64.82 to $78.80, reflecting competitive new hire salaries. Join a passionate team dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/ASCP required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare status preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Trainee required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and complex laboratory tests following established laboratory procedures.
• Analyze problems and modify procedures to eliminate technical issues.
• Supervise personnel and laboratory operations in the absence of a supervisor.
• Document all work performed and actions taken.

Skills

Technical laboratory analysis

Problem-solving

Quality control procedures

Communication

Instrument maintenance

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist - PD page is loaded## Clinical Lab Scientist - PDlocations: Salinas, CAtime type: Per Diemposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: SVH-102946**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!***We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.*## ## Department:LaboratoryThe Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) works under the supervision of the Section Supervisor or Lead. Under General supervision, contributes to the quality of patient diagnosis and treatment by performing technical and complex laboratory analysis in one or more sections of the Laboratory. Recognizes deviations from expected results, analyzes problems and modifies procedures to eliminate technical problems. Serves as a resource person for other hospital staff by answering questions and solving problems for peers and others. May be asked to assume the responsibility of a Section Supervisor or Lead in their absence. Performs other laboratory duties as assigned.* Assists physicians in the diagnosis of disease and treatment of patients by performing technical and complex laboratory tests, following established laboratory procedures. May work in more than one of the following areas: Chemistry, Bench Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, Histology, Microbiology, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Urinalysis.* Performs quality control procedures and documents the test results.* Takes appropriate actions to correct out of control results and documents the actions taken.* Serves as a resource for others: answers question, resolves technical irregularities, and correlates new procedures.* May be asked to supervise personnel and technical operations in a laboratory section in the absence of an onsite supervisor or Lead.* Performs instrument checks and preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and makes minor repairs if needed. Documents all work performed and actions taken.* Reports normal and abnormal test results as established by Pathology and Hospital procedures.* Uses the Laboratory computers to edit, inquire, receive specimens, enter test results, and print results.* Receives patient specimens and prepares them for analysis; also collects certain specimens.* Adheres to the established Hospital safety standards by following safety procedures and reports any unsafe conditions immediately to the supervisor or department head.* Applies the Hospital’s Policies and Procedures regarding guest relations.* Performs other duties as assigned or required.**Education:** Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent.**Licensure:** A California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/ASCP required. Current BLS/Healthcare status as per American heart Association standards preferred.**Experience:** At least one year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Trainee is required. Experience must be within the last five years.The hourly rate for this position is $64.82 - $78.80. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.\* Shift Differential for evening and night\***Job Specifications:**● Union: ESC### ### ● Work Shift: Variable### ### ● FTE: 0.0### ### ● Scheduled Hours: 0*If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!*