What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - Lab - Hematology/Blood Bank (Night Shift) position at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego?
Job Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist supports the development and implementation of new diagnostic assays. Working independently under the guidance of the Laboratory Director, this role performs assay and equipment validations, authors standard operating procedures, and develops training and competency documentation while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
The CLS performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing of moderate- and high-complexity procedures in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards. This includes conducting specialized testing across all core clinical laboratory areas. The role is responsible for accurately evaluating, documenting, and reporting laboratory results to support diagnostic and treatment decisions for the pediatric patient population.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Strong emphasis in Blood Bank and Hematology preferred
- Laboratory Information Systems: Epic Beaker, WellSky
- Blood Bank Analyzer: Ortho Vision Swift
- Hematology: Beckman Coulter DxH series, CellaVision
- Coagulation: Stago STA Compact Max (CMAX)
- Urinalysis: Akray AUTION series, Iris iQ/Beckman Coulter urinalysis platforms
- Knowledge of hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.
Available Shifts:
- Nights (Full Time)
- Full Time (Rotating with alternating weekends)
Benefits and Professional Growth
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses for eligible candidates.
- Opportunities for advancement through our clinical ladder system.
- A diverse team with a mix of tenured and early-career employees.
- Shift differentials pay available for eligible evenings, nights, and weekend shifts.
- RCHSD offers a competitive benefits package including generous paid-time off, sick leave, 403(b) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, 100% employer-paid life insurance, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, recognition awards and so much more.
Minimum Qualifications (CLS I)
- Bachelor's Degree
- CA Clinical Lab Scientist License
- 1 Year of Experience (Preferred)
Minimum Qualifications (CLS II)
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1 year of experience
- CA Clinical Lab Scientist License
- 4 Years of Experience (Preferred)
Compensation:
CLS I Salary Range: $45.75 to $62.90
CLS II Salary Range: $54.43 to 69.35
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
Salary : $46 - $63