Clinical Microbiology CLS — Precision Lab Scientist

Hoag Health System; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach, CA seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform standard and technically demanding procedures across clinical disciplines, recognize significant findings, report results, and maintain documentation of tests.

The role requires California licensure as a CLS or a Limited CLS with approved specialties; responsibilities include instrument calibration, QC adherence, and ongoing professional education.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in medical technology or related science is required.
• Must meet and maintain current State of California licensure requirements for one of the following: Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Limited Clinical Laboratory Scientist with specified specialties.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard and technically demanding procedures and analyses on patient specimens across clinical laboratory disciplines.
• Recognize critical findings, report results, and maintain records of tests.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments and adhere to quality control protocols.
• Monitor accuracy and precision of all tests performed and participate in continuing education.
• Communicate technical and general information to the manager and medical staff.

Skills

Calibration

Quality control

Instrument maintenance

Communication

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in medical technology or related science

Job description

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach, CA seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform standard and technically demanding procedures across clinical disciplines, recognize significant findings, report results, and maintain documentation of tests.

The role requires California licensure as a CLS or a Limited CLS with approved specialties; responsibilities include instrument calibration, QC adherence, and ongoing professional education.