Clin Lab Scientist I
Palomar Health·Escondido, California
Palomar Health·Escondido, California
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I performs procedures in clinical laboratory areas, ensuring specimen acceptability and accuracy of results, while also calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment with proper documentation. This role includes assisting in the training and orientation of new staff and interacting professionally with internal and external customers.
Perform and demonstrate proficiency and understanding of procedures in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory.
Prepares and ensures specimen acceptability and accuracy of results.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment with proper documentation.
Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
Interact with internal and external customers in a professional and courteous manner.
Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.
Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
CLS Trainee awaiting full CA licensure are restricted to duties of processing and setup of specimens with no test performance, verification or release of results. LIS access and security would be set up at the Trainee level. Job Requirements Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure or CLS trainee awaiting successful licensure examination and issuance Preferred Education: Not Applicable Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months Preferred Experience: 1 - 2 years Required Certification: Not Applicable Preferred Certification: American Society Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Required License: MTA - CA Med Tech (CLS) or MTD - Clinical Immunohematologist or Current CLS CA Trainee License with CA CLS Licensure obtained within 90 days of hire Preferred License: Not Applicable
Candidates must meet the minimum education requirements set by certification or licensure, with 0-6 months of minimum experience required, though 1-2 years is preferred. A mandatory requirement is holding an MTA - CA Med Tech (CLS) or MTD - Clinical Immunohematologist license, or being a current CLS CA Trainee expecting licensure within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In California, Clin Lab Scientist I openings are often driven by hospital and reference lab staffing needs, and they can be competitive because employers typically want candidates who already meet state licensure requirements. For this role, the key differentiator is the mandatory California CLS-related license or equivalent current credential, with some employers preferring 1-2 years of experience even when the minimum is lower. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and align your application to the listed certification criteria.
