Sutter Health · 2 days ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$57.30/hr - $72.63/hr
1+ years expSutter Health is a healthcare organization, seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II to join their team. The role involves both routine and complex testing in various sections of the Clinical Laboratory, including Chemistry, Microbiology, and Hematology.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Responsible for both routine and complex testing completed in assigned sections of the Clinical Laboratory (i.e., Chemistry, Microbiology, Hematology, Coagulation, or Urinalysis)
Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development)
Assists in the training of newly hired Clinical Laboratory Scientists
Maintains an effective, uncluttered, and safe working environment
Provides direction for Laboratory Assistants (as required) when their Supervisor is not present
Completion of other duties or assignments as required
Demonstrates an understanding of customer’s needs
Takes the appropriate actions to meet our customer’s needs
Takes personal responsibility to meet customer’s needs
Takes the personal actions required to enhance the relationships with our customers
Advocates for the customer
Qualification
Required
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma
Bachelor's: B.S. or B.A. in a biological science
Other: Successful completion of a one year internship in a Clinical Laboratory Scientist program
CLSL-Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist
Thorough knowledge of the field of clinical laboratory principles, procedures, and practices related to their assigned department (i.e., Microbiology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, or Hematology)
Continuous Quality Improvement
Quality Control
Proficiency Testing Programs
MSDS Program
Laboratory Safety (OSHA Guidelines, Chemical Hygiene)
Infection Control
Computer Skills- Capable of effectively utilizing word-processing and spreadsheet programs
Maintains a positive attitude
Understands basic statistical methods
Able to adjust in a positive manner to changes in work schedules and assignments based on the needs of the department
Capable of performing basic phlebotomy
Able to problem solve effectively
Capable of effectively utilizing the laboratory's Information System
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a minimal amount of supervision
Assists in the training of newly hired Clinical Laboratory Scientists
Maintains an effective, uncluttered, and safe working environment
Good communication skills (both orally and in writing)
Ability to work independently, as part of a team or committee
Good organizational skills
Demonstrates positive customer relations
Ability to prioritize and successfully complete their assigned workload in a stressful environment
Appropriately prepare reagents, controls, or standards for the proper operation of the instrumentation and sample testing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other hospital staff members to promote effective operations
Follows established laboratory and hospital policies and procedures
Completion of other duties or assignments as required
Provides direction for Laboratory Assistants (as required) when their Supervisor is not present
Maintains good basic work habits (i.e., arriving to work on time, takes their lunches and breaks according to established procedures)
May act as an 'Interim' Supervising CLS
Demonstrates an understanding of customer's needs
Takes the appropriate actions to meet our customer's needs
Takes personal responsibility to meet customer's needs
Takes the personal actions required to enhance the relationships with our customers
Advocates for the customer
Preferred
Minimum of 2,080 hours experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an acute care hospital setting
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Sutter Health
Sutter Health is a non-profit organization operating a network of hospitals and physicians in Northern California.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27.17MKey Investors
Department of Health Care Services
2025-05-19Grant· $23M
2016-11-22Grant· $1.2M
2013-10-09Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Megan Gillespie
Chief Executive Officer
Warner L. Thomas
Chief Executive Officer
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