Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital in Grass Valley, California is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) to join our diagnostic team. You will perform complex tests, analyze specimens, operate instruments, and ensure quality control to support accurate patient diagnoses.

The role requires strong scientific fundamentals, meticulous attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory standards to maintain high-quality laboratory results.

Qualifications

• CLS certification or licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes samples in all laboratory departments following standard procedures.
• Assesses validity of results according to patient age and sex, records and reports results.
• Documents problems and suggests corrective actions in the laboratory.
• Performs routine calibration and adjustment of equipment and checks standardization curves.
• Receives or obtains specimens for analysis.
• Performs quality control with each test to verify accuracy and reproducibility, and takes corrective action if out of control.

Skills

Clinical Lab Scientist CLS

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Analyzes various samples in all departments of the Laboratory, following standard procedures
• Assesses the validity of results obtained according to age and sex, accurately records and reports results
• Documents problems in the Laboratory and solves and/or suggest corrective action(s)
• Performs routine calibration and adjustment of equipment, checks standardization curves
• Receives or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis
• Performs and assesses quality control with each test to verify accuracy and reproducibility of tests; if out of control, takes corrective action

Job Requirements

Required:

• Clinical Lab Scientist CLS

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1958, Dignity Health - Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital is a 104-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Grass Valley, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center. It has been named a Top Rural Hospital by The Leapfrog Group for three consecutive years, one of only 16 rural hospitals in the US to achieve this award.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$49.78 - $74.05 /hour