Medical Laboratory Scientist

Agence PROvidence; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, CA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist. This full-time, 8-hour evening shift role involves accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory tests with minimal supervision.

CLS candidates must hold a California license, possess the required chemistry/biology/physics coursework, a bachelor’s degree, and complete a 1-year internship prior to state exam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for the CLS position.
• Chemistry coursework totaling 16 semesters (clinical/chemistry).
• Biology coursework totaling 18 semesters (hematology/immunology/microbiology).
• Physics coursework totaling 3 semesters (light and electricity).
• California CLS license required upon hire.
• 1 year Internship prerequisite to the state exam.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely reporting of high complexity lab tests with minimal supervision.
• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical duties including specimen evaluation.
• Data analysis and instrument maintenance; troubleshoot issues as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Chemistry coursework: 16 semesters

Biology coursework: 18 semesters

Physics coursework: 3 semesters

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

1 year Internship

Job description

Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, CA. This position is full-time and will work 8-hour, evening shifts.

Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, CA. This position is full-time and will work 8-hour, evening shifts.

Providence St. Mary Medical Center has been a part of the community of Apply Valley, California since 1956 and is recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 6 types of care by U.S. News & World Report. Be part of our team dedicated to providing exceptional medical care across a range of specialties for our community.

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory test results with minimal supervision. CLS personnel are capable of performing pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical duties including specimen evaluation, data analysis, and instrument maintenance and problem resolution. They often work with acute-care and outpatient caregivers, along with other Laboratory Services staff in performing their duties.

Each Laboratory employee is expected to perform all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects the Providence Health and Services mission, philosophy, and core values of respect, compassion, justice, excellence and stewardship.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Mary Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Coursework/Training: 16 semesters or equivalent quarter units of chemistry, which must include clinical chemistry, OR analytical chemistry.
• Coursework/Training: 18 semester or equivalent quarter units of biology, which must include hematology, immunology, and medical microbiology.
• Coursework/Training: 3 semester or equivalent quarter units of physics (light and electricity).
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License California upon hire.
• 1 year Internship - prerequisite to the State Exam.

Preferred Qualification

• 2 years Clinical lab experience in a hospital setting.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About The Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID

463425

Company

Providence Jobs

Job Category

Clinical Laboratory

Job Function

Clinical Care

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Shift

Evening

Career Track

Clinical Professional

Department

7550 SMMC CLINICAL LAB

Address

CA Apple Valley 18300 Hwy 18

Work Location

St Mary Medical Center-Apple Valley

Workplace Type

On-site

Pay Range

$51.76 - $80.34

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.