Senior Clinical Lab Scientist - Per Diem

Senior Clinical Lab Scientist

• Per Diem
• (ORA006641)

Description Title:

Clinical Lab Scientist, Sr PD Location:

Fountain Valley Department:

Clinical Lab•

Admin Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Evenings Pay Range

• : $62.00/hr. MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups
• consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties.

We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork. Position Summary The Clinical Laboratory Scientist will (CLS) will perform laboratory duties as scheduled; produce accurate and timely laboratory results in accordance with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center Laboratory Services department standards and procedures. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide the care needed for that patient population. The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist will oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor, assumes responsibility of special projects, and ensures protocols required for accreditation. The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist will assist in the development of programs and procedures to assure the department is aligned with community standards. In addition, the Senior CLS will perform work assignments as scheduled, produce accurate and timely results on current patient population in accordance with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center Laboratory Services department standards and procedures. Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job 1. Perform pre-analysis, analysis, and post-analysis of laboratory tests according to the Blood Bank department's protocols and procedures. 2. Oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor. 3. Assume responsibility of special projects and assist in the development of programs and procedures. 4. Assist with training and orientation of staff. 5. Follow laboratory protocol to ensure proper identification of patients and specimens. 6. Evaluate test results, test processes, quality control and assurance requirements where applicable. 7. Ability to meet department scheduling and attendance requirements. 8. Require effective communication, verbally, in writing and through other means. 9. Consistently apply infection control policies and procedures. 10. Attend and actively participate in department specific education, training, in-services, process improvement initiatives and staff meetings. 11. Participate in performance improvement projects in the laboratory. 12. Ensure equipment and safety devices are used as intended and designed. 13. Ensure compliance at all times with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures. 14. Perform data management and documentation activities. 15. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned. 16. Ability to be at work and be on time 17. Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives 18. Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner 19. Ability to prioritize and multitask Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications Qualifications/Work Experience:

Minimum five years of experience in general laboratory, including two years of experience in Blood Bank. Knowledge of current information system preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred. Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the state of California. Senior Clinical Lab Scientist

• Per Diem 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 9920 Talbert Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 $62 an hour
• Per diem Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center 338 reviews $62 an hour
• Per diem Senior Clinical Lab Scientist
• Per Diem
• (ORA006641)

Description Title:

Clinical Lab Scientist, Sr PD Location:

Fountain Valley Department:

Clinical Lab•

Admin Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Evenings Pay Range

• : $62.00/hr. MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups
• consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties.

We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork. Position Summary The Clinical Laboratory Scientist will (CLS) will perform laboratory duties as scheduled; produce accurate and timely laboratory results in accordance with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center Laboratory Services department standards and procedures. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide the care needed for that patient population. The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist will oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor, assumes responsibility of special projects, and ensures protocols required for accreditation. The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist will assist in the development of programs and procedures to assure the department is aligned with community standards. In addition, the Senior CLS will perform work assignments as scheduled, produce accurate and timely results on current patient population in accordance with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center Laboratory Services department standards and procedures. Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job 1. Perform pre-analysis, analysis, and post-analysis of laboratory tests according to the Blood Bank department's protocols and procedures. 2. Oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor. 3. Assume responsibility of special projects and assist in the development of programs and procedures. 4. Assist with training and orientation of staff. 5. Follow laboratory protocol to ensure proper identification of patients and specimens. 6. Evaluate test results, test processes, quality control and assurance requirements where applicable. 7. Ability to meet department scheduling and attendance requirements. 8. Require effective communication, verbally, in writing and through other means. 9. Consistently apply infection control policies and procedures. 10. Attend and actively participate in department specific education, training, in-services, process improvement initiatives and staff meetings. 11. Participate in performance improvement projects in the laboratory. 12. Ensure equipment and safety devices are used as intended and designed. 13. Ensure compliance at all times with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures. 14. Perform data management and documentation activities. 15. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned. 16. Ability to be at work and be on time 17. Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives 18. Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner 19. Ability to prioritize and multitask Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications Qualifications/Work Experience:

Minimum five years of experience in general laboratory, including two years of experience in Blood Bank. Knowledge of current information system preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred. Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the state of California.