Clinical Laboratory Scientist II - Laboratory Information System

Full Job Description

• Administer and maintain the LIS, including user access, test builds, reference ranges, and system dictionaries.
• Oversee, validate, and troubleshoot instrument interfaces, middleware connectivity, and EHR/LIS integrations.
• Lead LIS projects and system upgrades, coordinating with IT, vendors, Pathology, and Laboratory leadership.
• Develop and execute validation plans for system changes, new test builds, and instrument implementations in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission requirements.
• Provide daily technical support to laboratory staff and clinicians; troubleshoot issues in order entry, result reporting, and system workflows.
• Create and maintain documentation, training materials, and competency tools to support LIS users.
• Develop reports and queries to support operational metrics, quality initiatives, regulatory audits, and performance monitoring.
• Support workflow optimization through autoverification rules, reflex testing logic, and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to align LIS functionality with clinical and operational needs.
• Provide support for downtime events, interface issues, and other urgent LIS matters.

A valid California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License is required.


Schedule: 5/40 Monday - Friday


Meet the Team!
Every day at Riverside University Health System Medical Center, a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and support staff come together to improve lives across Riverside County. Our nationally recognized programs and specialized services thrive because of the diverse talents and commitment of our team members. No matter your background or skill set, you’ll discover meaningful opportunities and a strong sense of purpose here.
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Requirements

• Performs a wide range of general clinical laboratory work such as hematological, serological, chemical, bacteriological, parasitological, toxicological and radioimmunoassay tests using standardized procedures to determine incidence of disease or abnormal conditions.

• Groups, types, and cross matches blood and determines blood count.

• Performs qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of blood, urine, and other body fluids.

• Operates and maintains manual and automated laboratory equipment.

• Prepares culture media, stains, and reagents; may maintain records of stock levels of various chemicals, reagents and diagnostic products in a section of the clinical laboratory.

• Analyzes and interprets laboratory data which may include the review of quality control reports to assure that test results are within proper parameters.

• May participate in the training of entry level and student clinical laboratory technology personnel.

• Maintains records and makes reports.

Qualifications

Recruiting Guidelines

Experience: One year of experience in performing the duties of a licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a medical laboratory.

Knowledge of: Principles, techniques, equipment, and terminology necessary for the full range of laboratory diagnosis of diseases and abnormal conditions; Common disease causes; Methods of transmission and control of communicable diseases; Proper laboratory safety procedures.

Ability to: Operate, calibrate, and maintain technical laboratory equipment; Skillfully perform a wide range of difficult standardized laboratory test; Maintain technical records and prepare reports; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees; Assist in the instruction of entry level and student clinical laboratory technology personnel in laboratory techniques and procedures.

Other Requirements

License of Certificate: Possession of a valid Clinical Laboratory Technologist License issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.

Additional Information

For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Nicole Prado: nprado@rivco.org.