Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist

The Position

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Bargaining Unit: Local 21 Supervisory

Why Join Contra Costa County?

The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity to fill one (1) Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist position at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) located in Martinez, CA.

CCRMC is a full-service county hospital and offers a complete array of patient-centered healthcare services delivered in a beautiful facility. If a philosophy of service and patient care is what interests you, then joining as a Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist at CCRMC is for you.

We are looking for someone great at reviewing and maintaining records. You will be investigating procedural and instrumental problems. If you are looking for a challenging role that will allow you to enhance your current knowledge and skills, as well as grow in your career, apply today!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly Organized - You will beresponsible for planning staff assignments and schedules
• Knowledgeable - You will need to have strong understanding of basic principles and laboratory applications in all laboratory sub-departments including but not limited to immunohematology, microbiology, hematology, and chemistry
• Professional - You will need to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external clients
• Communicative - You will need to communicate information effectively , both written and verbal, to staff and the public

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Assigning daily work schedules to CLSs and covering benches when vacancies are not filled
• Assisting in preparing quality assurance reports to be submitted to the laboratory assistant manager
• Assisting with pending orders investigation, troubleshooting, and resolving peer review report issues
• Designing and managing competency programs for new and existing employees and assessing the performance of lab staff, and completing evaluations if assigned
• Collaborating with Information Technology staff to maintain the Laboratory Information System
• Updating and maintaining the Laboratory Policies and Procedures

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Working in a laboratory and pathology setting, interacting with patients, clients, and a collaborative team
  
• There will be opportunities for professional growth
  
• Working in a state-of-the-art laboratory Setting
  

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You may encounter a demanding workload with multiple tasks to complete
• You will be responsible for guiding and directing the lab staff
• You will support department managers who may have differing opinions

Competencies Required:

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions
  
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
  
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
  
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
  
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
  
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
  
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
  
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
  
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
  
• Managing & Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change
  

To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid and unrestricted Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the California Department of Public Health.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) experience as a licensed senior scientist in a clinical laboratory performing varied clinical tests and analyses.

Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment.

APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR CERTIFICATE TO THE APPLICATION

Desirable Qualifications:

• B.A / B.S. or equivalent in Medical Technology, Laboratory Science, or related field
• Possession of a valid and unrestricted license for Clinical Laboratory Scientist issued by the State of California
• At least 6 years of experience as a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist with a high degree of proficiency and understanding in all laboratory disciplines
• Possess a knowledge of Federal, State, County, and Joint Commission standards and regulations
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience is an advantage
• Experience with “Epic” and “Wellsky” laboratory information systems is an advantage
• Tech-savvy and proficient with computing tools

Selection Process

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%).

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1-855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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