Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS II)

Prime Healthcare; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Huntington Beach Hospital, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a qualified laboratory professional to join our team. The role requires ASCP certification, a minimum of two years in a hospital laboratory, and a Bachelor’s degree in a clinical laboratory science field.

The position includes diverse responsibilities across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and more, with opportunities for growth. Equally, a state license is required if applicable; compensation is typically set with

Qualifications

• ASCP certification, or equivalent required
• Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements per CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to laboratory procedures for collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
• Follow quality control policies and document corrective actions when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance and notify supervisor if unresolved.
• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures using manual and automated methods across departments.
• Perform and document maintenance on instruments and equipment.
• Review accuracy of patient results before reporting.
• Recognize age-specific differences in expected results from newborns to geriatrics.
• Ensure proficiency testing samples are tested properly and do not collaborate with other labs before reporting results.
• May perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups.
• Assist in development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and HR policies.
• In absence of supervisor, may be Lead Tech during shift.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

ASCP certification or equivalent

Current and Valid State License (if required by state)

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Huntington Beach Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.Founded in 1967, Huntington Beach Hospital is a 131-bed acute-care community hospital. As the only hospital in Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach Hospital is proud to be the community hospital serving the residents of Huntington Beach and the surrounding area for the past 50 years. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, and with nearly 200 physicians and more than 400 healthcare and other professionals on staff, our team is committed to providing outstanding service in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Learn more at https://www.hbhospital.org/.

Responsibilities

Each individual performs only those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, Bus. & Prof. Code Section 1204, and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must:

• 1) adhere to the laboratory's procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results.
• 2) follow the laboratory's established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
• 4) perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory.
• 5) perform and document maintenance; daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate.
• 6) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.
• 7) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics.
• 8) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies.
• 9) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics.
• 10) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures.
• 11) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.
• 12) in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.
• 13) may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC.
• 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• ASCP certification, or equivalent required
• Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience
• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Pay Transparency

Huntington Beach Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $34.94 to $50.32. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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