Clinical Lab Scientist, Blood Bank (Per Diem, Nights)

Work Location Orange, California

Work Shift Night - 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Environmental Sustainability Statement Driven by the connection between childrens health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect childrens health and patient safety.

Job Summary The Clinical Laboratory Scientist PD is a Licensed Medical Technologist whose primary responsibility is to perform laboratory testing on patients samples. In this capacity, the CLS performs the preanalytical, analytical and post analytical and is responsible for quality control, equipment maintenance and all reporting and documentation.

Pay Range Minimum $59.00 Midpoint $59.00 Maximum $60.00

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum six months of Clinical Laboratory experience.
• Preferred: Two years of Clinical Laboratory experience.

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Biological Science.

Special Skills

• Required: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficient computer skills. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision.

Licensure

• Required: Clinical Lab Scientist - CA (CLS); Limited Licensed CLS may be accepted in lieu of a General CLS.
• Preferred: American Society of Clinical Pathology.

Work Environments - Functional Demand: Sedentary - Very light energy level

• Lift 10 lbs. box overhead.
• Lift and carry 15 lbs.
• Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements:

• Bending
• Carry Objects
• Climbing
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Pinching/fine motor activities
• Push/Pull
• Reaching forward
• Reaching overhead
• Sitting
• Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee)
• Standing
• Talk or hear
• Taste or smell
• Twisting
• Walking
• Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting:

• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%
• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%
• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

• Color Discrimination
• Depth Perception
• Far Vision
• Hearing
• Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

• Airborn Communicable Disease
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Chemical
• Dust Particular Matter
• Extreme Noise Levels
• Extreme Temperatures
• Radiation
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement: CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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