Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Pacifica Hospital of the Valley; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacifica Hospital of the Valley is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform specialized medical laboratory testing. This role involves calibrating instruments, reading test results, and directing lab support staff. Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, a CA CLS License, and relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science required.
• Current California CLS License is mandatory.
• Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience in an acute care environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures including calibrating instruments and determining accuracy of tests.
• Read test results and interpret outcomes.
• Develop recording systems for control documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science

Current CA CLS License

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

As a healthcare professional in an ever changing labor market, you are making an important choice about where to begin or continue your career. In exploring the options available, you will want to consider Pacifica Hospital of the Valley. We are a small hospital HEART, serving the San Fernando Valley community. Pacifica Hospital of the Valley provides our patients with quality healthcare, in a compassionate, friendly and healing environment.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
Under general direction, the CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST (CLS) is responsible for performing specialized tasks involving medical laboratory testing. The CLS performs laboratory testing and reports results, proof tests and assumes responsibility for accuracy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs procedures which include calibrating of instruments, assessing accuracy of equipment, determining accuracy of tests ensuring they are reproducible.
• Reads test results and examines and interprets outcome to identify departures from “norms.” Activities include hematological, biochemical, serological and microbiologic tests.
• Develops recording systems to assure necessary controls in each step of procedure and proper documentation.
• Responsible for simple maintenance and adjustment of equipment and making up more difficult reagents.
• May direct work of laboratory support staff.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science.
• Current CA CLS License.
• Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience in an acute care environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written); Must be able to deal tactfully with patients, physicians and staff.