CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (SAFETY)

California Department of State Hospitals; Coalinga (CA); On-site; USD 5,800 - 7,200; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of State Hospitals in Fresno County is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Safety) to perform technical lab work, analyze specimens, and ensure accuracy through proficiency testing. The role requires an active CLT license and compliance with licensure renewal requirements.

Applicants must pass a background check and medical clearance, and provide license copies before hire. This permanent, full-time position offers a structured path within state health services.

Qualifications

• A valid Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or equivalent.
• Background investigation clearance prior to hire.
• Medical clearance prior to hire.
• Provide license copy before hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical work in Clinical Laboratory, analyzes specimens using various methodologies.
• Validates reported results through external proficiency testing and corrective actions for flagged results.
• Performs skin puncture and venipuncture to obtain blood specimens with proper safety equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot and repair faulty equipment; maintains licensure through continuing education.

Education

Clinical Laboratory Technologist License

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534974

Position #(s): 437-000-9301-XXX

Working Title: Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Safety)

Classification: CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (SAFETY)

$5,778.00 - $7,237.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Fresno County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings.

Department Website: www.dsh.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Performs technical work in Clinical Laboratory. Analyzes various types of specimens for various constituents, qualitatively and quantitatively, using various available methodologies, accurately, precisely, and in a timely manner. Validates reported results through active participation in performance and reporting of external proficiency testing programs, including the investigation and reporting of corrective actions for flagged results. Performs skin puncture procedures for obtaining blood specimens, accurately and efficiently, using appropriate personal and protective equipment and safety equipment. Performs venipuncture procedures for obtaining blood specimens, accurately and efficiently, using appropriate personal protective equipment and safety devices. Demonstrates at least an average ability and willingness to recognize, troubleshoot, and repair faulty equipment/instrumentation. Possess a valid Clinical Laboratory technologist’s license or a similar license of equal or higher level issued by the State Department of Health Services and/or American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) Obtains 12 Contact Hours of state-approved Continuing Education each calendar year, in or to maintain licensure.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Clinical Laboratory Technologist License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. Please visit the CalHR website to find information on the Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Safety) Exam.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).