County of Ventura · 4 months ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II
Santa Paula, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$45.65/hr - $59.41/hr
0+ years expThe County of Ventura is seeking Clinical Laboratory Scientists I/II to perform a variety of standardized tests for examination under the direction of the Pathologist and Laboratory Manager. The role involves obtaining data for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, as well as orienting new employees and maintaining laboratory standards.
Association
Responsibilities
Performs a variety of tests in any or all of the fields of medical technology
Completion of technical testing/reporting in serology, blood bank, microbiology, hematology, coagulation, chemistry, special chemistry and urinalysis
Performs venipuncture as required
Assists in maintaining the laboratory and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
Maintains basic records and operates the numerous pieces of electronic equipment and analyzers required for testing
Participates in quality assurance and proficiency testing activities; and
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Must possess and maintain a current, valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services
No experience required for Clinical Laboratory Scientist I
One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for Clinical Laboratory Scientist II
Must be willing to occasionally work in other departments and shifts as needed
Must be willing to work overtime and standby as needed
Thorough knowledge of the standardized tests performed in Hematology, Serology, Chemistry, Blood bank, Microbiology, Urinalysis
Working ability to perform all the above standardized tests
Working ability to work cautiously and accurately
Working ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Working ability to work with and understand operation of technical equipment
Preferred
Knowledge of one or more sub-specialty such as: Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Urinalysis, and Blood Bank
Experience in an acute care hospital setting
Ability to work as an integral part of the laboratory team
Benefits
Bilingual Incentive - Incumbents may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational needs and certification of skill.
Educational Incentive - Incumbents may also be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor’s degree, or 5% for completion of a graduate degree for educational attainments not specifically required by the position.
Evening Shift Differential - 7.5%
Night Shift Differential - 15%
Standby Premium Pay - 1/4 of regular hourly wage or Federal minimum wage (whichever is greater)
Vacation Accrual - New regular, full-time employees shall accrue approximately 14 days of vacation a year for the first 10,400 hours or 5 years of service.
Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan.
Health Plans - Full-time employees are afforded a flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase spending power through reimbursement of pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Pension Plan - Both the County and employees contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If eligible, reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems, such as PERS.
Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday
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County of Ventura
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