Clinical laboratory scientist Jobs in Fairfield, CA

Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus available based on experience

JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.

Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including :

• Emergency care 24 / 7
• Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology
• Cardiovascular services
• Maternity care and pediatric services
• Ambulatory surgery center
• Imaging services
• Outpatient Rehabilitation Center

Summary

Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens.

Reviews and reports lab results.

Performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

Acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.

Additional responsibility includes : Assisting with new equipment validation and implementation; Employee training and competency assessment; Regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education

Required : Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university and / or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489, or have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on a HHS examination prior to 2 / 28 / 92 42 CFR 493.1491. The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491).

Experience

Required : 2 years as a medical technologist in acute care facility, OR 1 year as a medical technologist in acute facility and a Master's degree.

Certifications

Required : Registered with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire). Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire. Licensure, as required by State.

Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience

Hours : 10p - 8a

Schedule : 4 shifts weekly. Some weekends required.

Shift : Nights

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