Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Analyzes various samples in all departments of the Laboratory, following standard procedures

• Assesses the validity of results obtained according to age and sex, accurately records and reports results

• Documents problems in the Laboratory and solves and/or suggest corrective action(s)

• Performs routine calibration and adjustment of equipment, checks standardization curves

• Receives or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis

• Performs and assesses quality control with each test to verify accuracy and reproducibility of tests; if out of control, takes corrective action

Job Requirements

Required

• Clinical Lab Scientist

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1958, Dignity Health - Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital is a 104-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Grass Valley, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women's health, and neurology. Additionally, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center. It has been named a Top Rural Hospital by The Leapfrog Group for three consecutive years, one of only 16 rural hospitals in the US to achieve this award.

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Pay Range

$49.78 - $74.05 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.