Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Precision Diagnostics & Patient Care

Kaiser Permanente; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-, intra-, and post-analytical testing across multiple disciplines, including hematology, microbiology, chemistry, urinalysis, and immunohematology.

The role involves training staff, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with physicians on test utilization and result interpretation; candidates should be licensed in California and have strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License required.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente policies, procedures and applicable laws.
• Performs and reports test results for clinical laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.
• Maintains quality control, QA, and proficiency testing across lab operations.
• Mentors new employees and CLS students in laboratory procedures.
• Communicates with physicians and nurses on test utilization and result interpretation.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Clinical Laboratory Instruments

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform pre-, intra-, and post-analytical testing across multiple disciplines, including hematology, microbiology, chemistry, urinalysis, and immunohematology.

The role involves training staff, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with physicians on test utilization and result interpretation; candidates should be licensed in California and have strong problem-solving skills.