Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Lab Leadership

French Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. You will perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, and microbiology to ensure accurate, timely results for patient care.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a biological or chemical science, a CA CLS license, and at least three years of hospital CLS experience; ASCP is a plus. You will lead testing workflows, ensure quality control, and train staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological or Chemical science as defined by CLIA.
• Three or more years of recent hospital experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist.
• Valid California license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CA CLS).
• Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA 88 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute wide range of analytical procedures across lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology).
• Analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and perform quality control.
• Report results timely to support clinical decisions.
• Serve as group leader to assist staff and ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain major automated equipment and coordinate with vendors for repairs.
• Train new employees and students in the department.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Science

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical science

Job description

Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. You will perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, and microbiology to ensure accurate, timely results for patient care.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a biological or chemical science, a CA CLS license, and at least three years of hospital CLS experience; ASCP is a plus. You will lead testing workflows, ensure quality control, and train staff as needed.