Clinical Lab Scientist Tech Specialist Blood Bank
Fountain Valley, California
Employer: MemorialCare
Industry: Clinical Lab Scien,Lab Srvcs
Salary: $58.93 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Description
Title: Clinical Lab Tech Specialist
Location: OrangeCoast Medical Center / Fountain Valley CA.
Department: Blood Bank
Status: Fulltime
Shift: Day
Pay Range*: $58.93/hr - $85.43/hr
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.
Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.
Position Summary
This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.
The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will provide oversight of the Blood Bank departments at Orange Coast Medical Center. The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will be responsible for the daily technical operation of the department to provide quality analysis of Blood Bank procedures in compliance with federal regulations and other accreditation standards as related to transfusion medicine.
The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor or Laboratory Manager, assume responsibility for special projects, and ensure protocols required for accreditation. The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will assist in the development of programs and procedures to assure the department is aligned with community standards. In addition, the CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will perform work assignments as scheduled, produce accurate and timely results on current patient population in accordance with Orange Coast Medical Center Laboratory and Transfusion Services department’s standards and procedures
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
Recognized in areas of specialties as experienced in technical skills.
Has leadership skills to communicate and encourages high performance of department staff.
Good stewardship of resources.
Detailed and process oriented.
Ability to be at work and be on time.
Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.
Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Serves as lead trainer and role model for department specific education/training in areas of responsibility for initial and annual competency requirements of Blood Bank staff.
Ensures that any unusual occurrences, quality/safety issues, and customer complaints are documented timely using the Variance Reporting process.
Oversees the overall functioning and technical issues of the specialty departments. Regulatory compliance and readiness for CAP and FDA inspections as needed. Provides accurate and thorough documentation. Develops policy and procedures in MemorialCare policy system for specific department.
Oversees and performs patient testing, internal and external quality control (QC) testing, advanced equipment troubleshooting and maintenance including temperature records. Maintains skills and competency in assigned Laboratory areas.
Assume responsibility for maintaining proper inventories and the appropriate use of supplies and reagents.
Communicates effectively with managers, staff, and medical director regarding all aspects of the areas of specialty. Participates in hospital committees and meetings as needed.
Uses Performance Improvement/Lean methods, lead area specialty meetings or Lean projects to resolve problems and improve work area.
Demonstrates ability to work independently. Make appropriate use of time and prioritize effectively. Maintains focus on objectives and goals. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications needed to gather, analyze, display, and present data. Other duties as assigned.
*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:
Minimum five years of experience in Blood Bank.
Knowledge of current information system preferred
Education/Licensure/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred.
Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the state of California
Title: Clinical Lab Tech Specialist
Location: OrangeCoast Medical Center / Fountain Valley CA.
Department: Blood Bank
Status: Fulltime
Shift: Day
Pay Range*: $58.93/hr - $85.43/hr
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.
Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.
Position Summary
This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.
The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will provide oversight of the Blood Bank departments at Orange Coast Medical Center. The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will be responsible for the daily technical operation of the department to provide quality analysis of Blood Bank procedures in compliance with federal regulations and other accreditation standards as related to transfusion medicine.
The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will oversee the general operation of the laboratory in the absence of the Blood Bank Supervisor or Laboratory Manager, assume responsibility for special projects, and ensure protocols required for accreditation. The CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will assist in the development of programs and procedures to assure the department is aligned with community standards. In addition, the CLS, Tech Specialist, Blood Bank will perform work assignments as scheduled, produce accurate and timely results on current patient population in accordance with Orange Coast Medical Center Laboratory and Transfusion Services department’s standards and procedures
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
Recognized in areas of specialties as experienced in technical skills.
Has leadership skills to communicate and encourages high performance of department staff.
Good stewardship of resources.
Detailed and process oriented.
Ability to be at work and be on time.
Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.
Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Serves as lead trainer and role model for department specific education/training in areas of responsibility for initial and annual competency requirements of Blood Bank staff.
Ensures that any unusual occurrences, quality/safety issues, and customer complaints are documented timely using the Variance Reporting process.
Oversees the overall functioning and technical issues of the specialty departments. Regulatory compliance and readiness for CAP and FDA inspections as needed. Provides accurate and thorough documentation. Develops policy and procedures in MemorialCare policy system for specific department.
Oversees and performs patient testing, internal and external quality control (QC) testing, advanced equipment troubleshooting and maintenance including temperature records. Maintains skills and competency in assigned Laboratory areas.
Assume responsibility for maintaining proper inventories and the appropriate use of supplies and reagents.
Communicates effectively with managers, staff, and medical director regarding all aspects of the areas of specialty. Participates in hospital committees and meetings as needed.
Uses Performance Improvement/Lean methods, lead area specialty meetings or Lean projects to resolve problems and improve work area.
Demonstrates ability to work independently. Make appropriate use of time and prioritize effectively. Maintains focus on objectives and goals. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications needed to gather, analyze, display, and present data. Other duties as assigned.
*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:
Minimum five years of experience in Blood Bank.
Knowledge of current information system preferred
Education/Licensure/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred.
Currently licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the state of California
Created: 2024-09-22
Reference: ORA005314
Country: United States
State: California
City: Fountain Valley
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