Clinical Lab Scientist - Precision Diagnostics & Impact

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 77,145 - 90,921; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital, part of Dignity Health, is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry and microbiology. You will operate instruments, analyze specimens, and ensure quality control to support accurate patient diagnoses.

The role requires a strong scientific foundation, attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory standards. English proficiency and CA CLS licensure are mandatory, with opportunities to collaborate with physicians and

Qualifications

• CA Clinical Lab Scientist license required.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology and other disciplines.
• Operate and maintain instruments with quality control and regulatory adherence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and technologists to resolve issues with specimens and results.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Emergency workload management

Lab equipment operation

Medical terminology

Data entry

Written and verbal instructions

ASCP Certification

Education

CA Clinical Lab Scientist license

Job description

Mercy Hospital, part of Dignity Health, is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry and microbiology. You will operate instruments, analyze specimens, and ensure quality control to support accurate patient diagnoses.

The role requires a strong scientific foundation, attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory standards. English proficiency and CA CLS licensure are mandatory, with opportunities to collaborate with physicians and