Clinical Lab Scientist

San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital • Banning, CA

104d • $54 - $59

About The Position

Performs clinical laboratory testing which involves the application of sophisticated analytical knowledge in a wide range of the Clinical Laboratory functions, including Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Coagulation and Cytology; performs the tasks of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to help the physician in diagnosis and treatment of the patient. The majority of the patients that interact with the laboratory staff are adult and geriatric patients. Therefore, members of the laboratory staff must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide laboratory services appropriate to the age of the patients, their physical and psychosocial needs as they differ with age, and be knowledgeable in recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Members of the laboratory staff also must be cognizant of safety issues, both environmental and medical and arrange procedures to ensure patient safety. Laboratory personnel must be competent to communicate and obtain samples from adults and geriatric patients as well as children, and also must be capable of adjusting their treatment and instructions appropriate to the specific needs of the patient.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Current California licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting.
• Qualification as General Supervisor per CLIA 88.
• Basic Computer Skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing in various functions including Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Coagulation, and Cytology.
• Assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide laboratory services appropriate to adult and geriatric patients.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Ensure patient safety by being cognizant of environmental and medical safety issues.
• Communicate effectively and obtain samples from patients of all ages.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Optional supplemental life insurance (employee, spouse, and/or child coverage).
• Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care).
• 403b retirement with dollar for dollar match up to 5%.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree