Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Overview Founded as a faith-based hospital in 1931 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including the Inland Empire Heart and Vascular Institute, an award-winning orthopedics program, surgical weight loss, and is an official Neurovascular Stroke Center, as designated by ICEMA. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. Visit here for more information. One Community. One Mission. One California Responsibilities Clinical Laboratory Scientist – St. Bernardine Medical Center At St. Bernardine Medical Center, every role contributes to our mission of delivering exceptional, compassionate care to the community we serve. We are seeking a skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our laboratory team in performing essential diagnostic testing that supports patient care and clinical decision-making. In this role, you will apply the principles of fundamental sciences to analyze human specimens, providing accurate and timely results that guide diagnosis, treatment, and disease management. You will ensure that all testing meets the highest standards of quality and compliance, while working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support the needs of our patients. Receive and evaluate clinical specimens, ensuring quality and adherence to testing protocols. Perform qualitative and quantitative testing following approved policies and procedures. Review test results for accuracy, medical relevance, and compliance before releasing reports. Communicate critical values promptly and document actions taken. Perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting as required. Maintain reagent inventory and participate in proficiency surveys. Assist in training and orienting new staff to laboratory operations. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and remain current with departmental updates, policies, and procedures. Why Join Us? As a CLS at St. Bernardine Medical Center, you will be an integral part of the diagnostic process, directly impacting patient outcomes. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with advanced laboratory technology while contributing to our mission of excellence in care. Qualifications One year experience working as a generalist in an acute hospital clinical laboratory State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Pay Range $55.02 - $65.41 /hour Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Related opportunities Clinical Lab Scientist-Microbiology ($10,000 sign on bonus) Clinical Lab Scientist/Quality Assurance/Safety/POCT Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Micro-1-Part Time and 1 FT Days Clinical Lab Scientist / Medical Technologist CLS - part time days Medical Technologist (Notional Opportunity) Medical Technologist Supervisor (Notional Opportunity) Microbiologist - Medical Technologist CLS - full time nights Phlebotomist/Medical Screener - Afternoons & Evenings #J-18808-Ljbffr Dignity Health