Clinical Lab Scientist-LIS at Loma Linda

Loma Linda, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

70.64

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Information Systems, Cerner PathNet, Discern Rules, CCL, HL7, Instrument Interfacing, Data Analysis, Clinical Lab Testing, System Configuration, System Validation, Troubleshooting, Workflow Enhancement, Healthcare Informatics, Networking Fundamentals, Health Information Management, Technical Documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Laboratory Information Systems (CLS-LIS) supports the LIS team in both daily laboratory operations and project-based initiatives. This role contributes to the analysis, design, configuration, validation, and optimization of laboratory information systems, ensuring alignment with best practices and seamless integration with upstream and downstream systems. The CLS-LIS helps maintain system functionality, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve user experience through training, documentation, and workflow enhancements. Additionally, the CLS-LIS collaborates with laboratory leadership on technical, compliance, and system upgrade projects, supports instrument interfacing, and provides responsive end-user support across all laboratory sites. Performs other duties as needed. Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in the life sciences or an equivalent field of study required. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or healthcare informatics preferred. Two years of experience working as a clinical laboratory scientist (CLS) in a complex medical laboratory preferred. Experience with Cerner PathNet, laboratory-related solutions, Discern Rules, CCL, front-end configuration tools, and HL7/instrument interfacing preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of medical lab standard operating procedures, types of software used, and equipment. Ability to perform complex clinical lab tests and interpret and analyze data, to determine the clinical significance of test results. Able to articulate logical and well-founded arguments that support conclusions and exhibit excellent dexterity and analytical skills. Able to understand and interpret HL7 (Health Level Seven International) message structure; familiarity with Cerner Command Language and the use of Cerner data extraction tools; familiarity with networking fundamentals; familiarity with health information management fundamentals. Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position. Licensures and Certifications: California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Generalist MTA license is required. For Histocompatibility, a California Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist MTR license is acceptable. For Clinical Cytogenetics, a California Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist (CCGS) MTO license is preferred. Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness. Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001. Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management. We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!

Responsibilities

The CLS-LIS supports daily laboratory operations and project-based initiatives involving the analysis, design, and optimization of laboratory information systems. This role focuses on maintaining system functionality, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating on system upgrades and instrument interfacing.