Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on23674, Sherwood Road, Willits, Mendocino County, California, 95490, United States
About the Location
Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails, and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history.
About the Team
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.
About the Role
As a Technical Consultant and Supervisor, you will serve as a direct leader for laboratory personnel and manage the performance of all laboratory testing. This role is designed to ensure the laboratory meets all accreditation requirements and applicable OSHA standards while serving as a resource medical technologist in your assigned section. You will develop and maintain policies, standards, and quality control practices, overseeing lab safety and maintenance. The position requires acting as a liaison to other departments of the medical center for the appropriate laboratory specialty and evaluating new developments in instrumentation and automation for possible implementation.
Hiring Process & Application
We offer up to $20,000 in hiring incentives and $5,000 in relocation assistance for eligible rehires and external hires who meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment. To apply, please visit our careers page. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.
Our Commitment to Safety and Diversity
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. We participate in E-Verify and are an equal opportunity employer.
Work location
Work model: On-site
23674, Sherwood Road, Willits, Mendocino County, California, 95490, United States
Willits, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee all laboratory testing and coordinate point of care testing (POCT)
- check_circleConduct training programs for medical technicians and new employees
- check_circleOversee quality assurance activities and maintain sectional quality control records
- check_circleCoordinate equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration programs
- check_circleDevelop and maintain policies, standards, and quality control practices
- check_circleManage staffing levels and recommend personnel actions such as promotions
- check_circleEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements including CLIA, CAP, and OSHA
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies
- verifiedValid Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in state of employment
- verifiedRequired vaccinations as a condition of employment
- verifiedE-Verify participation acknowledgment
Nice to Have
Five years' clinical laboratory experience. Two years' leadership experience. Current certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency for Labs (NCA).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleUp to $20,000 hiring incentive for eligible rehires and external hirescheck_circle$5,000 relocation assistance available for eligible rehires and external hires
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Point Of Care Testing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Osha, Clia, Fda, Cap.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health
What does a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health do?expand_more
A Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health is responsible for the following: Oversee all laboratory testing and coordinate point of care testing (POCT); Conduct training programs for medical technicians and new employees; Oversee quality assurance activities and maintain sectional quality control records; and Coordinate equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration programs.
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To qualify for the Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies; Valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in state of employment; Required vaccinations as a condition of employment; and E-Verify participation acknowledgment.
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Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health is based in 23674, Sherwood Road, Willits, Mendocino County, California, 95490, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Adventist Health has listed this Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time role as on-site.
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Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health include Clinical Laboratory Scientist; Clinical Laboratory Science; Medical Technology; Point Of Care Testing; Quality Control; Quality Assurance; Osha; and Clia.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related field required.
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Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Day Shift, Full-time at Adventist Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Adventist Health
Adventist Health operates as a nonprofit, faith-based healthcare network headquartered in Roseville, California, delivering integrated medical services across over 440 locations in Western U.S. and Hawaiian communities. The organization offers hospital care, outpatient clinics, home health, hospice programs, and collaborative senior living facilities, addressing diverse healthcare needs in urban and rural settings. Rooted in Seventh-day Adventist principles, its 38,000+ workforce—including clinical staff, physicians, support personnel, and volunteers—prioritizes holistic well-being through physical, emotional, spiritual, and social care initiatives. Focused on patient-centered treatment and community health improvement, Adventist Health maintains a commitment to quality care aligned with its religious heritage while advancing innovative approaches to modern healthcare challenges. The system serves more than 100 regional communities, emphasizing accessible, compassionate services that reflect its mission of promoting health and hope through a whole-person care model.
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