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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

St Bernardine Medical Center

#Quality Control #CLIA #Healthcare #Microbiology #Acute Care #Diagnostic Testing #Hematology #Chemistry #Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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Perform complex qualitative and quantitative laboratory tests across various disciplines to provide critical diagnostic data for patient treatment. Responsible for instrument maintenance, quality control, and the prompt communication of critical values.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in biological or chemical science and a valid State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License. Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a generalist in an acute hospital clinical laboratory.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateQuality ControlTroubleshootingInstrument MaintenanceRegulatory AdherenceMicrobiologyChemistryHematologyClinical Laboratory TestingAnalytical ProceduresSpecimen Evaluation

Job description

Where You’ll Work Founded in 1928, Dignity Health - St.
Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California.
Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, stroke care and orthopedics.
Additionally, St.Bernardine Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was recently awarded AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.
It was named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.
One Community.
One Mission.
One California 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 must 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.
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.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and remain current with departmental updates, policies, and procedures.
Job Requirements Required: One year experience working as a generalist in an acute hospital clinical laboratory State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.

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