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Laboratory
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) works under the supervision of the Section Supervisor or Lead. Under General supervision, contributes to the quality of patient diagnosis and treatment by performing technical and complex laboratory analysis in one or more sections of the Laboratory. Recognizes deviations from expected results, analyzes problems and modifies procedures to eliminate technical problems. Serves as a resource person for other hospital staff by answering questions and solving problems for peers and others. May be asked to assume the responsibility of a Section Supervisor or Lead in their absence. Performs other laboratory duties as assigned.
Assists physicians in the diagnosis of disease and treatment of patients by performing technical and complex laboratory tests, following established laboratory procedures. May work in more than one of the following areas: Chemistry, Bench Chemistry, Blood Bank, Hematology, Histology, Microbiology, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Urinalysis.
Performs quality control procedures and documents the test results.
Takes appropriate actions to correct out of control results and documents the actions taken.
Serves as a resource for others: answers question, resolves technical irregularities, and correlates new procedures.
May be asked to supervise personnel and technical operations in a laboratory section in the absence of an on site supervisor or Lead.
Performs instrument checks and preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and makes minor repairs if needed. Documents all work performed and actions taken.
Reports normal and abnormal test results as established by Pathology and Hospital procedures.
Uses the Laboratory computers to edit, inquire, receive specimens, enter test results, and print results.
Receives patient specimens and prepares them for analysis; also collects certain specimens.
Adheres to the established Hospital safety standards by following safety procedures and reports any unsafe conditions immediately to the supervisor or department head.
Applies the Hospital’s Policies and Procedures regarding guest relations.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Education: Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent.
Licensure: A California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/ASCP required. Current BLS/Healthcare status as per American heart Association standards preferred.
Experience: At least one year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Trainee is required. Experience must be within the last five years.
The hourly rate for this position is $66.77 - $80.36. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
● Union: ESC● Work Shift: Variable● FTE: 0.0● Scheduled Hours: 0
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Salinas Valley Health exists to help our community rise through good health. Founded in 1953 as Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, today we serve individuals and families throughout the Salinas Valley, the Monterey Peninsula and the surrounding region. Each year, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve individual and community health and well-being.
Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,400 staff. In 2021, we achieved ANCC Magnet Recognition®, the highest and most prestigious distinction that a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing excellence. Earning this Magnet® designation reaffirms our steadfast commitment to nursing excellence and quality patient care. Our focus on Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Stroke Center is led by 322 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care.
To enhance and expand the reach of our care, we strategically partner with larger research and metro hospitals such as Stanford. In addition, we are part of a network of urgent care and surgery centers, the only Perinatal Diagnostic Center in the region and an Emergency Department that provides care to more than 6,300 patients every year.
