Lead, Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - Point of Care Testing - Mercy San Diego - Bonus Eligible_
San Diego
*This is a full time position with day shifts at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego in the Hillcrest area. Includes $4,000 retention incentive and relocation assistance for eligible new hires. *
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?*
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* Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
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. To 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.
The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:
* Internal candidates
* Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago
* Candidates with less than 1 year of experience
In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met :
* Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)
* Must remain in original department/specialty
* Must remain in original Job Title
* Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.
*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.
* Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficient with medical terminology and computer systems.
* 4 years' experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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*Required Certification/Registration:*
* CDPH Licensure: MTA (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) Licensed to perform work in all areas of the Clinical Lab
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*Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:*
* Point of Care Testing experience
**Job:** **Lab*
**Organization:** **Scripps Mercy San Diego*
**Title:** *Lead, Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - Point of Care Testing - Mercy San Diego - Bonus Eligible*
**Location:** *Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL SAN DIEGO*
**Requisition ID:** *242002215*