Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

St. Bernardine Medical Center, San Bernardino, California

The posted compensation range of $55.02 - $65.41 / hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

At St. Bernardine Medical Center, every role contributes to our mission of delivering exceptional, compassionate care to the community we serve. We are seeking a skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our laboratory team in performing essential diagnostic testing that supports patient care and clinical decision-making.

In this role, you will apply the principles of fundamental sciences to analyze human specimens, providing accurate and timely results that guide diagnosis, treatment, and disease management. You will ensure that all testing meets the highest standards of quality and compliance, while working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support the needs of our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and evaluate clinical specimens, ensuring quality and adherence to testing protocols.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative testing following approved policies and procedures.
• Review test results for accuracy, medical relevance, and compliance before releasing reports.
• Communicate critical values promptly and document actions taken.
• Perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting as required.
• Maintain reagent inventory and participate in proficiency surveys.
• Assist in training and orienting new staff to laboratory operations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and remain current with departmental updates, policies, and procedures.

Why Join Us?

As a CLS at St. Bernardine Medical Center, you will be an integral part of the diagnostic process, directly impacting patient outcomes. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with advanced laboratory technology while contributing to our mission of excellence in care.

Qualifications

Founded as a faith-based hospital in 1931 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including the Inland Empire Heart and Vascular Institute, an award-winning orthopedics program, surgical weight loss, and is an official Neurovascular Stroke Center, as designated by ICEMA. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation's five largest health care systems.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including but not limited to 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit CommonSpirit Benefits .