Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Per Diem
About The Position
Riverside University Health System is seeking a Per Diem - Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Laboratory of the Medical Center, located in Moreno Valley, CA.
Essential Duties
- Performs a range of general clinical laboratory work such as hematological, serological, chemical, bacteriological, parasitological, toxicological and radioimmunoassay tests using standardized procedures to determine incidence of disease or abnormal conditions.
- Groups, types, and cross matches blood and determines blood count.
- Performs qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of blood, urine, and other body fluids.
- Operates and maintains manual and automated laboratory equipment.
- Prepares culture media, stains, and reagents; may maintain records of stock levels of various chemicals, reagents and diagnostic products in a section of the clinical laboratory.
- Analyzes and interprets laboratory data which may include the review of quality control reports to assure that test results are within proper parameters.
- Maintains records and makes reports.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of: Principles, techniques, equipment, and terminology necessary for the full range of laboratory diagnosis of diseases and abnormal conditions; Common disease causes; Methods of transmission and control of communicable diseases; Proper laboratory safety procedures.
- Ability to: Operate, calibrate, and maintain technical laboratory equipment; Skillfully perform a wide range of difficult standardized laboratory test; Maintain technical records and prepare reports; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees; Assist in the instruction of entry level and student clinical laboratory technology personnel in laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Licenses: Possession of a valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.
License: Possession of a valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.
Requirements
Experience: Experience with blood bank/hematology testing and instrumentation, and strong knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, and laboratory regulations (CAP, CLIA, AABB, OSHA).
Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities within a busy laboratory environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
License: Valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license (MTA).
Other: Must meet the requirements for Riverside University Health System’s Per Diem position, including shifts of 3pm-11:30pm and 11:00pm - 7:30 am, with every other weekend (required), along with holidays and other shift coverage as needed.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Schedule
Shifts will generally be 3pm-11:30pm and 11:00pm - 7:30 am, with every other weekend (required), along with holidays and other shift coverage as needed.
Pay
$30-$35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Contact
To apply, please visit www.rc-hr.com/jobs. For questions regarding this recruitment, contact the recruiter, Angela Levinson: alevinson@rivco.org or 951-955-5562.