*LOMPOC VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER- CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST*Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)LVMC is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.*Job Description:*· Performs and documents testing and associated quality control and preventative maintenance activities in all areas of the laboratory, including Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Transfusion Services, Immunology, Clinical Microscopy (urinalysis), and Bacteriology.· May also have responsibility of specific departmental technical supervision with regard to maintaining inventory control, assisting in compliance with accreditation standards, training new employees, and submitting quality control reports for review.· Interprets data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide the care needed by the patient group.*Schedule*· Status: Full-time· Hours per week: 36· Shift: Evenings and Variable shifts available*Compensation: *$40.88 - $56.38 per hour*Position Qualifications*· *Education*: Any combination of training, education, and work experience which is deemed adequate by the State of California for issuance of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.· *Experience*: Minimum work experience which demonstrates the ability to satisfactorily perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.· *Licensure*: Must possess a valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license· *Skills/Abilities*: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, coworkers, hospital and medical staff. Must possess adequate phlebotomy skills. Ability to cope with stressful situations on a regular basis. Ability to work without close supervision. Ability to work rapidly while maintaining quality. Ability to prioritize activities as appropriate. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exercises good judgment, demonstrates initiative, emotional stability, tact and poise.*Why Lompoc?*LVMC is committed to ensuring equity from the inside out by strengthening our diversity and fostering a culture of inclusion. We recognize that each person has an area of expertise and that his or her contribution is critical to our success. Equity in this instance ensures fair and just treatment of and opportunities for coworkers._Core Values_· *Integrity*?– honesty and maintenance of strong moral principles· *Respect*?– acknowledging everyone's abilities, qualities, and achievements· *Transparency*?– open and candid in all our activities· *Excellence*?– accepting nothing less than our very best· *Collaboration*?– working jointly and professionally in all our activities· *Stewardship*?– responsible management of the resources entrusted to us_Awards and Accreditations_* LVMC awarded Bronze Seal designation by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification program for commitment to infant safe sleep, 2022* Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Sector Annual Award, to LVMC Covid Vaccination Clinic Team, 2021 LVMC awarded "Gold Status" for our Antimicrobial Stewardship Program from California Department of Public Health, 2020* Comprehensive Care Center won the "National Quality Award – Bronze Commitment to Quality" from the American Health Care Association, 2019* LVMC specifically named for Overall Best Processes of Care, Best Outcomes of Care, and Best Efficacy of Care, 2015#RPOJob Type: Full-timePay: $40.88 - $56.38 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Flexible schedule* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 12 hour shift* Day shift* Evening shift* Rotating weekendsWork Location: In person