Clinical Lab Scientist

Responsibilities SWHS consists of two acute-care hospitals: Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar, CA and Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta, CA. Inland Valley Medical Center This campus of Southwest Healthcare System, a 122-bed acute care hospital, was recently awarded in the Fall of 2018 with an "A" Grade from the Leapfrog Group as having the highest level of patient safety as well as the Top General Hospital Award from Leapfrog (one of only 35 hospitals to earn this distinction nationwide). Inland Valley is the only hospital in the region to offer Level II Trauma Services, an Advanced Certified Primary Stroke Center, the region's only Total Joint Center now with advanced certification from the Joint Commission for hip and knee surgery as well core certification for shoulder surgery and is a nationally recognized center for weight-loss surgery by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (Also awarded the Blue Distinction for outstanding bariatric surgical services). Rancho Springs Medical Center This campus of Southwest Healthcare System, a 120-bed acute care hospital, was recently awarded in the Fall of 2018 with an "A" Grade from the Leapfrog Group as having the highest level of patient safety as well as the Top General Hospital Award from Leapfrog (one of only 35 hospitals to earn this distinction nationwide). Rancho Springs features the largest Women's Center (Awarded the Blue Distinction for Outstanding Maternity Care) in the region which includes Rady Children's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Rady San Diego: Ranked one of the tops in the nation for neonatal care by US News and World Report 2018), the only hospital in SW Riverside County to offer pediatric ER Services from Rady Emergency Physicians for children 14 years and younger, an Advanced Certified Primary Stroke Center, and the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System performing the region's first virtually no-scar single site procedures. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES As a staff member providing clinical expertise you will be responsible for providing excellence in patient care, collaborative and comprehensive care based on patient and/or family needs, and quality and efficient services. The CLS performs a full range of laboratory tests, from simple urine screening to more complex blood tests that uncover diseases, such as diabetes and cancer. CLS's confirm accuracy of test results and report laboratory findings to the physicians. CLS's are also involved in evaluating new tests, choosing new equipment, and performing quality assurance and quality control. Performs accurate pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing of specimens received in the laboratory. Completes record filing processes while avoiding or minimizing errors. Staff will also practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal and hospital policies as well as consistently demonstrate behaviors that model the SWHS Core Values and the hospitals mission statement. Ability to complete the duties and responsibilities of this position accurately and efficiently regardless of the pressures of the environment. Sufficient technical knowledge and skills as defined by CLIA 88 - Testing personnel to support the needs of the organization. Verbal and written communication skills to support the efficient and effective transfer of data/information. In order to demonstrate competency in serving Women's Services, Acute Care adult, and Critical Care adult patients, the employee must demonstrate the skills/knowledge/resources of the Laboratory Services age and population specific learning module. Demonstrated baseline competency meets standard in all areas of the indicated skill rosters. In order to demonstrate competency in serving Women's Services adult, Acute Care adult, and Critical Care adult patients, the employee must demonstrate the skills/knowledge/resources of Laboratory Services age and patient population specific learning module. Demonstrated baseline competency in all areas of the indicated skill rosters meets standard. Benefit Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries. One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $12.6 billion in 2021. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS At least two years as a clinical laboratory scientist (CLS) preferred. MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EDUCATION Follows the State of California, DHS, Laboratory Field Services requirements of education for licensure of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS). REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS A valid CLS certification from the State of California. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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