Clinical Laboratory Scientist
About the Workplace
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.
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 the AMA/ASA's Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award, recognizing its commitment to providing the best stroke care. The hospital was also named one of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- One year of 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.