Lead, Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - Point of Care Testing - Mercy San Diego

This is a full time position with varied shifts, including every other weekend, at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego in the Hillcrest area. Primarily on-site, with 1 remote work day per week.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:

• Selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work for 2024 by Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute for the 16th time. A remarkable achievement as only five healthcare organizations nationwide made the list, and Scripps is the sole healthcare provider in California to be recognized.
• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Ranked 78th in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care.
• Ranked 95th in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023

The Lead Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) will be joining a knowledgeable team of skilled, dedicated and caring professionals at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, serving central and downtown San Diego since 1890. With a Level I Trauma Center, the team at Mercy San Diego thrives in a fast-paced environment and prides itself in its efficiency and teamwork in processing and analyzing a high volume of specimens. T o be successful, the Lead CLS for Point of Care Testing (POCT) will have excellent communication skills and experience with working with interdisciplinary teams.

The Lead CLS will:

• Serve as the liaison between our lab and non-lab personnel conducting point of care testing.
• Provide excellent customer service to our healthcare providers and will serve as a resource for our nurses and physicians at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego for trouble shooting and problem solving.
• Be responsible for point of care testing compliance, serving as the point of contact for inspections.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

• Baccalaureate Degree or degree acceptable by California Laboratory Field Services for the application of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Limited License.
• For Point of Care Leads: 2 years' experience in moderate or high complexity testing.
• Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with medical terminology and computer systems.
  
  

Required Certification/Registration:

• CDPH Licensure: MTA (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) Licensed to perform work in all areas of the Clinical Lab.
  
  

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• ASCP Experience with Epic software
• Point of Care Testing experience

Benefit Status: FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS
Minimum Rate (USD): 54.90 - Maximum Rate (USD): 79.75