Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

High Desert Medical Group is seeking a full time Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to supervise our Urgent Care lab. Under the direction of the Urgent Care Director, the CLS is responsible for analyzing biological specimens and interpreting laboratory results. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of tests, maintaining laboratory equipment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to support patient care.

Summary of Duties:

• Collect, process, and analyze biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) using lab equipment and techniques.
• Interpret and analyze results, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss test results and implications for patient care.
• Perform routine and specialized tests, including hematology, microbiology, chemistry, and immunology.
• Extensive working knowledge on aspects of testing done in-house including clinical significance, and is capable of communicating this knowledge to nurses, physicians, medical assistants, and lab personnel.
• General knowledge of frequently ordered reference lab tests including clinical significance and can provide helpful information to nurses, physicians, medical assistants, and lab personnel.
• Efficiently prioritize assigned specimens, assuring that specimen quality is acceptable for testing.
• Maintain specimens in a manner that retains specimen integrity for tests ordered.
• Prepare and test new reagents or controls and evaluate their usefulness based on standard criteria.
• Perform test calibrations and run Quality Control material at appropriate intervals.
• Determine calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enter results of testing, check the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of lab results.
• Evaluate the acceptability of routine analysis prior to releasing patient reports. Take appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and document actions taken.
• Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment and properly documenting actions taken based on approved schedule.
• Evaluate the results of instrumental performance checks. Perform linearity, accuracy, and precision checks as required.
• Monitor and maintain a consistent supply of reagents and consumables.
• Maintain a safe and neat work area.
• Maintain professional growth and development through continuing education activities.
• Follow established company and department policies and procedures. Follow the guidelines for safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Attend seminars to update knowledge of regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The pay range for this position at the commencement of employment is expected to be between $37.62 and $53.70/hour non-exempt; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical laboratory Science or related field.
• Current certifications as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP, AMT, or equivalent) is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operations.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical/clinical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to handle and prioritize tasks in order to meet all given deadlines and productivity goals.
• Ability to responsibly handle matters of a confidential nature.
• Ability to work in a multi-task, high volume environment.