Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 166,366,000 - 200,234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health in Salinas, CA, is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform complex laboratory analyses across multiple sections. The role emphasizes quality control, instrument maintenance, and accurate reporting for patient care.

The position requires a California CLS license/ASCP, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and at least one year of CLS experience. A sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available; the work is full-time with day-evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/ASCP required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare status preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a CLS or Trainee within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and complex laboratory analyses in one or more sections of the Laboratory.
• Perform quality control procedures and document results.
• Interpret results and report to physicians.
• Possibly supervise personnel in absence of on-site supervisor or Lead.
• Receive and prepare patient specimens for analysis.
• Maintain instruments and perform preventative maintenance.
• Adhere to hospital safety standards and policies.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Quality control

Instrument maintenance

Supervisory support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

## Clinical Laboratory ScientistApply: Salinas, CA: Full time: Posted Today: SVH-103551**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:Laboratory# Sign-on Bonus + Relocation Available The 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 questions, 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 on-site 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. Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $58.06 - $69.88. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position. \\*Shift Differential\\***Job Specifications:**● Union: ESC### ### ● Work Shift: Variable### ### ● FTE: 1.0### ### ● Scheduled Hours: 40