Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA)

Riverside University Health System - Medical Center is seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) located in Moreno Valley, CA. The Senior CLA functions as a lead team member, performing a wide range of clinical laboratory and clerical duties, including phlebotomy, while providing guidance to other Clinical Laboratory Assistants. This position is based at the Riverside County Regional Medical Center and is responsible for overseeing daily lab operations to ensure efficient workflow. The Senior CLA redistributes tasks as needed, assists in onboarding and training new staff, and supports the laboratory leadership team in maintaining high standards of laboratory practice.

Ideal Candidates will have a Certified Phlebotomy Technician II license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services. Schedule: 4/10, Tuesday - Friday 1400-0030 (2:00 PM - 12:30 AM)

Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

Examples of Essential Duties

Reviews status of work flow and reassigns work assignments as required; assists in training subordinate staff. Draws blood from patients in the laboratory or on the wards to obtain samples for testing. Receives, logs and prepares blood and other specimens for testing and analysis by clinical laboratory staff; may prepare specimens for transport to reference laboratories. Records specimen analysis information on appropriate forms and in log books, distributes results to physicians and nursing personnel. Operates and performs quality control tests on selected automated clinical analyzers; prepares and maintains necessary records and reports, including monthly work load and quality control reports. Answers questions in person or by phone from physicians, nursing personnel, and others regarding procedures, scheduling, and results of tests. Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and reorders as necessary; may prepare and inoculate bacteriological media. May stain and prepare slides for microscopic examination; may release blood from blood bank; may release bodies from hospital morgue.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from high school, or possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. License/Certificate: Possession of current and valid license as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I issued by the State of California Department of Health Services. Experience: One year of experience performing standardized laboratory assistance work, including preparing and processing laboratory specimens. (Coursework from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, physics, or other related life science fields, including at least one laboratory course, may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units one year.) Knowledge of: Routine laboratory methods, procedures, and measurements; common laboratory terminology and equipment. Ability to: Provide training and lead supervision to subordinates; draw blood from patients; perform standardized laboratory tests; perform basic arithmetic computations; keep accurate records; follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships.