Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS III)

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community. Shasta Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Shasta Regional Medical Center is a 226-bed acute care facility serving Northern California, providing a comprehensive range of services. The hospital is recognized among the nation’s top cardiovascular facilities, holds an ‘A’ Grade from the Leapfrog Group, and is Joint Commission Certified for Stroke, Hip/Knee, and Diabetes. It is a five‑star recipient for treatment of heart failure and respiratory failure and is named among the top 5% in the nation for patient safety. Responsibilities Functions as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, responsible for supervising the daily operation of the section(s). Provides consultative services to the medical staff in the capacity of Technical Consultant. Oversees the section/department performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives. Is responsible for the technical and fiscal management of the section(s). Oversees the section(s) quality management/assurance program. Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements. Assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations in a timely manner. Ensures the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting. Develops, maintains and updates section policy and procedure manuals. Reviews quality control performance ensuring documentation of corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and either corrects the problem or immediately notifies the Director or Medical Director. Performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines as introduced. Ensures the performance and documentation of equipment maintenance daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed. Recognizes age‑specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics. Ensures that the testing of proficiency testing samples is conducted the same way as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to reporting proficiency testing results. Ensures the currency of all laboratory policies and procedures. Adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources. May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager or director. Qualifications ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred. Minimum five years hospital laboratory work experience required. Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other education as specified in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489). Possession of a current and valid state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. Benefits Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that allows employees to tailor benefits to their individual needs. The Total Rewards package includes paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many voluntary benefit options. The estimated starting compensation is $46.20 to $62.18 per hour, inclusive of wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation. Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories is also prohibited. #J-18808-Ljbffr