Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Microbiology Specialist

Southern-California-Hospital; Culver City (CA); Presencial; USD 77.000 - 103.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Southern-California-Hospital performs a range of analyses across Chemistry, Immunology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Blood Bank. The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability and timely test results to support diagnosis and treatment.

You will work with hospital teams, communicate findings clearly, and comply with quality control and HIPAA requirements.

Formación

• Current licensure as a CLS in California.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the hospital.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work variable shifts and overtime.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only).
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science/Biological Science or Equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• The CLS performs laboratory testing, quality control, and distributes results accurately and timely.
• Adheres to quality control policies; documents calibrations and maintenance.
• Participates in departmental process improvement and adheres to turnaround time guidelines.
• Demonstrates empathy and clear communication with patients and families.
• Collaborates with physicians and staff to convey test results.
• Identifies issues affecting test performance and escalates as needed.
• Follows proper handling and disposal of specimens and biohazard waste.
• Maintains records of proficiency testing and test results.

Conocimientos

Communication

Customer service

Color vision

Shift flexibility

English proficiency

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science/Biological Science or Equivalent

CLS License (CA)

Herramientas

Lab software familiarity

LIS experience

Descripción del empleo

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Southern-California-Hospital performs a range of analyses across Chemistry, Immunology, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Blood Bank. The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability and timely test results to support diagnosis and treatment.

You will work with hospital teams, communicate findings clearly, and comply with quality control and HIPAA requirements.