San Benito Health Care District

Job Summary

Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs all laboratory tests necessary for diagnosis and treatment of patients at the request of attending physician(s).  Is responsible for reporting results, which are accurate as substantiated by the use of appropriate controls.  Performs and demonstrates proficiency and understanding of routine procedures for all areas of the clinical laboratory with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

•    Completes required tests and/or observations of patients’ specimens, blood samples or other products required for testing
•    Verifies that appropriate specimen is being analyzed for correct patient and test
•    Accommodates STAT orders and requested
•    Records work performed; may prepare summaries or statistical data
•    Tests received up to two (2) hours before the end of the shift are completed or in process
•    Inspects and calibrates instruments used in work
•    Assists others in the completion of all laboratory work assignments
•    May assist in teaching new employees and non-professionals
•    Maintains expertise in one or more areas of the lab
•    May research and develop new procedures
•    Maintains work areas in clean, sanitary condition
•    Follows designated infection control procedures
•    Performs periodic inventory of supplies and reagents
•    Prepares specimens for mailing or delivery to other labs
•    Performs simple maintenance and calibrations on equipment
•    Performs quality control procedures
•    Reports critical values to physicians
•    Performs other duties as requested

Required Skills/Abilities 

•    Proficiency in the routine work of all laboratory departments is required; expanding knowledge and interest in one or more areas is desirable
•    Ability to follow requirements for carrying out activities under established and formal procedures

Education & Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, chemical, physical or biological science
•    A California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license as well as ASCP certification (or other nationally recognized equivalent certification)  are mandatory
•    One to two years of experience is desirable

Job Type: Full-time, Variable Shift

Pay: $62.00 to $72.00 hourly

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Hollister, CA 95023 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hollister, CA 95023: Relocate before starting work (Required)

You can access the application form here: https://www.hazelhawkins.com/~/careers/

Alternatively, you may submit your completed application directly to apply.jobs@hazelhawkins.com.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, physical exam, drug test, and verification of education qualifications and credentials.  

San Benito Health Care District is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees, applicants for employment, individuals providing services in the workplace pursuant to a contract, and volunteers based on their actual or perceived: race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, status, military and veteran status and any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law (sometimes
referred to, collectively, as “protected characteristics”).