Clinical Lab Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & Impact

CommonSpirit Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Mercy Hospital Bakersfield site is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist to perform complex diagnostic tests across hematology, chemistry and microbiology, ensuring accurate, timely results for patient diagnosis and treatment. You will operate/maintain laboratory instruments, conduct quality control, and report findings to support clinical decisions.

Successful candidates will have strong scientific foundations, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to maintain

Qualifications

• Requires CA Clinical Lab Scientist license.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Familiar with lab safety, OSHA, CDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology.
• Analyze specimens and operate/maintain instruments.
• Conduct quality control and report results for clinical decisions.
• Assist in training CLS students and other staff.
• Ensure regulatory adherence and safety practices.

Skills

Acute care hospital experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Laboratory equipment operation

Lab safety and compliance

Medical terminology

ASCP CT

Written and verbal instructions

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's Mercy Hospital Bakersfield site is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist to perform complex diagnostic tests across hematology, chemistry and microbiology, ensuring accurate, timely results for patient diagnosis and treatment. You will operate/maintain laboratory instruments, conduct quality control, and report findings to support clinical decisions.

Successful candidates will have strong scientific foundations, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to maintain