OverviewParadise Valley Hospitalis the South Bay’s oldest hospital, the second oldest hospital in all of San Diego County, and the largest employer in National City. For more than 100 years, Paradise Valley Hospital has served San Diego faithfully, proud of our heritage and providing numerous programs and services to meet the changing needs of our community. Our 291-bed, acute care hospital features the San Diego Spine & Joint Center, a highly credentialed acute rehabilitation center, our Paradise Health & Senior Center, a fully equipped and modern cardiac catheterization lab, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient surgical services, and 24-hour emergency services.Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionalscommitted to our core values ofquality,compassionandcommunity!Why Prime Healthcare? (https://paradisevalleyhospital.net/careers/why-prime-healthcare/) Paradise Valley Hospital; a member of Prime Healthcare, offersincredible opportunities to expand your horizonsand be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Paradise Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
Paid Time Off
401K Retirement Plan
Outstanding Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $10,000 Retention Bonus for FT Restrictions apply
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In addition to our healthcare services, we offer comprehensive behavioral health services on the hospital campus and Bayview campus in Chula Vista. Services include psychiatric continuum of care for adult patients, inpatient services, and intensive outpatient services. Learn more athttps://www.paradisevalleyhospital.net/.
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ResponsibilitiesEach individual performs only those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, Bus. & Prof. Code Section 1204, and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual's education, training or experience and technical abilities.This individual:
functions as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, responsible for supervising the daily operation of the section(s)
provides consultative services to the medical staff in the capacity of Technical Consultant
oversees the section/department performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives
is responsible for the technical and fiscal management of the section(s)
oversees the section(s) quality management/assurance program
ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements
assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations in a timely manner
ensures the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting
develops, maintains and updates section policy and procedure manuals
reviews quality control performance ensuring documentation of corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify the, Director, or Medical Director
performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
ensures the performance and documentation of equipment maintenance - daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed
recognizes age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics
ensures that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies
ensures the currency of all laboratory policies and procedures
adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources
may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC.
other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
QualificationsEducation and Work Experience
ASCP certification, or equivalent, required.
Minimum five years hospital laboratory work experience required.
Bachelors Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).
Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms ofcompensation, is $43.04 to $62.49. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.#LI-RG2 Connect With Us! (https://careers-primehealthcare.icims.com/jobs/174586/clinical-lab-scientist-%28cls%29-iii-microbiology/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=-336024306) FacilityParadise Valley HospitalLocationUS-CA-National CityID2024-174586CategoryClinical ProfessionalPosition TypeFull TimeShiftDaysJob TypeNon-Exempt