Join California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor! We are a team of correctional, reentry, and rehabilitation experts who are embarking on a first-of-its-kind collaboration to create a space focused on preparing individuals for successful returns to the community.
Primary Responsibilities:
Evaluate new tests and laboratory equipment
Prepare and update laboratory policy and procedure manuals, administrative reports, and implement quality control
Hire, train, and supervise staff including performance evaluations and scheduling
Update equipment and supply inventories, obtain estimates and place orders for necessary supplies and equipment.
Perform laboratory tests and procedures, handle special cases, troubleshoot instrument failures or unsatisfactory test results, and supervise preventative maintenance and recordkeeping for all laboratory equipment.
Maintain order, safety, security and supervise the conduct in the laboratory.
Key competencies include:
Good understanding of patient care procedures to help improve the recovery process.
Ability to improve patient care by making recommendations on new technology and equipment
Knowledge of clinical laboratory work in areas such as blood banking, chemistry, hematology, immunology and microbiology
Skilled in preparing, mounting, and staining specimens, reading tests, setting up laboratory equipment, and making quick and accurate serological, bacteriological, and biochemical tests and analyses.
To qualify for this role, you must have:
Three years of experience in comprehensive clinical laboratory work which has involved making laboratory analyses.
Possession of a valid California State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or a license of equal or higher level issued by the State Department of Health Services.
Additional Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCS
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
State of California retirement that vests in five years (visit CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas)
Established to oversee and provide timely access to quality health care in all adult correctional facilities operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in California, California Correctional Health Care Services is seeking dedicated health care professionals to continue this important mission. In return we offer all of the benefits of employment with State of California, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options; generous paid time off; and retirement options that include a pension and 401(k) and 457 accounts. Plus, with locations throughout the state, you’re sure to find your perfect fit!