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Posted: 05-May-22
Location: California
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Allied Health
Chemistry
Hematology
Microbiology
VENTURA COUNTY, HEALTH CARE AGENCY INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR:
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III - Hematology/Coagulation/Urinalysis
0166HCA-22AA (ER)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY RANGE (approximate)
$42.38 - $59.97 Hour $7,345.36 - $10,394.57 Monthly $88,144.31 - $124,734.84 Annually
This posting is for the Ventura County Health Care Agency; vacancy location is Ventura & Santa Paula.
POSITION INFORMATION
Under direction of the Pathologist and Laboratory Manager, to perform a variety of standardized chemical, microscopic, bacteriological and other technical analyses within the clinical laboratory; to be primarily responsible for one of the specialty areas of analyses, Chemistry, Hematology, Bacteriology, Blood bank, or overall supervision on the P.M. shift; and to perform related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class differs from the Clinical Laboratory Scientist II in that the former has supervisory responsibility for managing specialized areas of the laboratory.
APPROXIMATE SALARIES
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III: $44.67 - $59.97
Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Per Diem Pool III: $42.38 per hour
Regular employees may receive additional compensation to their hourly rate of pay for the following:
• Evening Shift Differential- 7.5%
• Night Shift Differential- 15%
• Standby Premium Pay- 1/4 of regular hourly wage or Federal minimum wage (whichever is greater)
• Education Incentive Pay: Associate's Degree- 2.5%, Bachelor's Degree- 3.5%, and Master's Degree- 5%
NEW HIRE/RETENTION/REFERRAL INCENTIVES
Subject to the applicable section of the SEIU 721 MOA 2019-2022, Amendment #6 (Secs. 3801 – 3803):
• New hires may be eligible for a one-time New Hire Incentive of $3,500.
AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center and may require travel to Santa Paula Hospital.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III and Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Per Diem Pool III are represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Per Diem Pool, Intermittent, and Extra-Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE: January 1, 2022
CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Performs and is responsible for the completion of technical analyses in either chemistry; microbiology, blood bank, hematology, or overall supervision of lab on P.M. shift;
• Performs a variety of standardized tests in any or all of the fields of medical technology;
• Maintains supplies for their specialty area;
• Evaluates new and/or improved tests methodologies and updated current procedures;
• Records and updates quality control data;
• Performs necessary preventive maintenance on all equipment and documents it;
• Tabulates and compiles data for monthly workload recording;
• Supervises work flow, evaluates test results and spot checks for clerical errors;
• Is responsible for the orientation and instruction of new technologists and lab aides;
• Maintains their respective department and keeps equipment in clean and orderly condition;
• Prepares analytical reports as required; and
• Performs other related duties as required.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III & Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Per Diem Pool III
A valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Chemistry Scientist, Clinical Microbiologist, Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist, or Clinical Hematologist Scientist license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services AND four (4) years of recent diverse clinical technical laboratory analysis experience under a qualified director.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willing to occasionally work in other departments and shifts as needed
• Willing to work overtime as needed
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
This position may be subject to State Health Officer Orders regarding vaccine verification and/or testing. These requirements are a condition of employment. Depending on assignment and work location(s), successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination and/or booster against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process.
DESIRED
• Experience in Acute Care hospital setting
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist generalist license
• Able to work as an integral part of the laboratory team
• Knowledge of one or more sub-specialty such as: Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Blood Bank
• Establish Quality Assurance Indicators and/or monitor Quality Improvement Programs when appropriate
• Modify procedures as directed by supervisor
• Willing to monitor inventory and order lab supplies
• Willing to be on Standby as needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge and skill in: the performance of the standardized tests performed in Hematology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, or Blood Bank.
Comprehensive ability to: demonstrate sound judgment and technical skill in the several categories of clinical laboratory technology, including above departments; instruct other personnel and demonstrated ability to work with and troubleshoot on technical equipment.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs. A paper application can be obtained by calling (805) 654-5129. Our address is: County of Ventura, Human Resources Division, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - 100%: An application evaluation will be conducted. A score will be assigned to each application based on established criteria. Such score will be considered as the final score for placement on the eligible list.
Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by
successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Edgar Rivera by telephone at (805) 677-5335or by e-mail at Mitzi.Ivey@ventura.org.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III - Hematology/Coagulation/Urinalysis Supplemental Questionnaire
Please respond to the following questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your experience and background related to this position, and will be used in the selection process. Please be as concise and specific as possible; clarity of expression and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process.
1. These positions require working at two different hospital campuses when necessary: Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital. Are you willing and able to travel between these two locations to meet the demands of the job?
Yes
No
2. These positions require working various shifts and overtime. Are you able and willing to work such a schedule to meet the demands of the positions?
Yes
No
3. This position requires that you possess and maintain at least one of the licenses issued by the State of California that are listed below. Please check the box(es) which illustrate the license you currently have. NOTE: In order to receive credit for these certifications, you MUST include your date of licensure and a current valid license number in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Failure to do so will result in your application being removed from consideration.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Clinical Chemistry Scientist
Clinical Microbiologist
Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist
Clinical Hematologist Scientist
None of the above
4. Please indicate the area(s) in which you have knowledge.
Chemistry
Hematology
Microbiology
Blood Bank
None of the above
5. Describe your experience working as a general Clinical Laboratory Scientist. In your response include your title(s), the name of the employer(s) in which you acquired the experience, and a description of your responsibilities. This experience MUST be included in the Work Experience section of your application for you to receive credit for it. If you do not have this type of experience, please write, "No experience."
6. Please describe your diverse clinical technical laboratory analysis experience under a qualified director. This experience MUST be included in the Work Experience section of your application for you to receive credit for it. If you do not have this type of experience, please write, "No experience."