Clinical Laboratory Scientist

POSITION PURPOSE

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our team on Catalina Island. As a CLS, you will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs procedures which include calibrating of instruments, assessing accuracy of equipment, determining accuracy of tests, ensuring they are reproducible; responsible for quality control.
• Reads test results and examines and interprets outcome to identify departures from "norms." Activities include hematological, biochemical, serological and microbiologic tests.
• Develops recording systems to assure necessary controls in each step of procedure and proper documentation.
• Responsible for simple maintenance and adjustment of equipment and making up more difficult reagents.
• Assist in training and mentoring laboratory staff as needed. May direct work of laboratory assistants and auxiliary personnel.
• Performs phlebotomy on out-patients or in-patients (if needed).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Proper specimen collection includes patient preparation if applicable, labeling and handling, preservation, processing, expiration, transportation, and storage of specimens.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Awareness of factors that influence test results.
• Assess and verify validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample test values prior to reporting patient test results.
• Computer operation and EMR.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration procedures related to each test performed.
• Knowledge of QC and QA procedures.
• CLIA compliance
• LIS Knowledge

EDUCATION CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
• Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the State of California

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years experience in a hospital setting as a practicing Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Driver's License
• Specimen shipping and handling certification

BENEFITS

We offer competitive salary with on-call and call-back compensation. Opportunity to work in a unique and beautiful island environment. Flexible scheduling.

CIH is an equal opportunity employer