Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) / Lab Manager
Job Description
Job Tittle : Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) / Lab Manager
- Facility Name: Kern Valley Healthcare District
- Facility Address: 6412 Laurel Ave, Lake Isabella, CA 93240
- Shift Information: Open Shift
- Number of Weeks: 26 (Extendable)
- Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 36 Hours/Week
- Overtime Available: Starts After 40 Hours
Pay Package Details
- Hourly Rate: $80/HR
- OT/Holiday Rate: $120/HR
- Weekly Gross: $2,880 based on 36 Hours
Job Description
Kern Valley Healthcare District is seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) / Lab Manager to oversee and coordinate all functions of the Clinical Laboratory. This position is responsible for laboratory operations, staffing, budgeting, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, personnel management, and ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely laboratory services.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct all laboratory functions
• Manage staffing, scheduling, recruitment, training, and staff development
• Develop and maintain departmental budgets and cost-control initiatives
• Establish and maintain laboratory policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, state, federal, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor quality control documentation and laboratory performance metrics
• Supervise daily laboratory operations and workflow
• Conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and performance management
• Evaluate and implement new testing methodologies and laboratory instrumentation
• Collaborate with physicians, pathologists, administration, and other departments
• Ensure 24/7 laboratory coverage and operational readiness
• Lead performance improvement and quality assurance initiatives
• Maintain safe laboratory practices and patient confidentiality
Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field
• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License or California Medical Technologist
License
• ASCP Certification preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of Clinical Laboratory experience
• Previous Laboratory Leadership or Management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment, testing procedures, and quality control
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Basic computer proficiency required
Facility Information
• Facility: Kern Valley Healthcare District
• Location: Lake Isabella, California
• EMR: CPSI / Evident
• Contract Length: 26 Weeks
• Extension Potential Available
Interested candidates please send your updated resume to: