Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Per Diem)(2 positions) in Big Bear Lake

Energy Jobline ZR; Big Bear Lake (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Valley Community Healthcare District is seeking a California-licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our hospital laboratory team on 12-hour shifts. You will work under the general technical supervision of the Laboratory Manager and perform high and moderate complexity testing, Provider Performed Microscopy, and waived testing as allowed by CLIA and accrediting agencies.

The role requires ensuring laboratory standards and safety, adhering to accreditation requirements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or other science discipline meeting federal CLIA educational requirements.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license is required.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire is required.
• ASCP certification or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides accurate and timely pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical aspects of clinical laboratory testing.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests per procedure, meeting all regulatory requirements and following established procedures within the total laboratory quality program.
• Responsible for specimen acceptability, preventive maintenance, temperature control, reagent handling, calibration, quality control, documentation and communication of all tests performed.
• Accountability for compliance with laws, regulations, and policies to demonstrate ethical behavior.
• All other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or other science discipline meeting CLIA educational requirements

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license

BLS certification within 3 months of hire

ASCP certification or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDEPARTMENT:LaboratoryDepartment
SHIFT:12 Hour Shifts

POSITION SUMMARYThe Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) is licensed with the State of California and works under the general technical supervision of the Laboratory Manager. The CLS performs high complexity, moderate complexity, Provider Performed Microscopy, and waived testing as indicated under the 1988 CLIA Amendments and as required by laboratory accrediting agencies. The CLS will ensure laboratory standards and procedures are followed and that hospital objectives, including safety of laboratory personnel are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides accurate and timely pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical aspects of clinical laboratory testing.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests per procedure, meeting all regulatory requirements and following established procedures within the total laboratory quality program.
• Responsible for specimen acceptability, preventive maintenance, temperature control, reagent handling, calibration, quality control, documentation and communication of all tests performed.
• Accountability for compliance with laws, regulations, and policies to demonstrate
  ethical behavior
• All other duties or responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or other science discipline which meets federal CLIA educational requirements
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire

Education :

• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent

Minimum Experience REQUIRED:

• Completion of an accredited training program in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

Experience :

• 2 years of generalist clinical laboratory experience
• Previous hospital clinical laboratory experience

Bear Valley Community Healthcare District Is AnEqual Opportunity Employer