Clinical Lab Scientist-Intern

Open Until Filled. This is a part-time position requiring 64-71 hours worked in a two-week pay period. This position is for internal applicants only.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree (BA) from an accredited university in Clinical Laboratory Science or related science
• Acceptance into the CSUSJ School of CLS and approved designation to Oroville Hospital as a trainee
• Possession of a California CLS trainee license form the California Department of Health Services
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and work in a team setting
• Demonstrates the ability to read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical materials
• Demonstrates the ability to observe, comprehend and adequately perform all laboratory procedures as related to each department’s training objectives
• Basic knowledge of department specific computer programs and additional programs related to the CSUSJ CLS training program
• The ability to organize training materials, research additional information as necessary and prepare adequately for both didactic and practical objectives as related to each department or subject matter.

Job Summary

The Clinical Lab Scientist Intern trains with a designated Clinical Lab Scientists (CLS) in all departments of the Clinical Laboratory and completes all required objectives and specific program requirements as specified by CSU San Jose, School of Clinical Laboratory Science.

Duties

• Completes required training objectives and competencies and can perform effectively all specified tasks in phlebotomy
• Trains and becomes proficient in all department subject matter and can perform specified tasks as an entry level CLS at the completion of each department rotation with an acceptable evaluation from the Department Supervisor
• Completes lecture series and all required objectives, examinations and evaluations as designated by the CSU San Jose, School of Clinical Laboratory Science
• Communicates with the Education Coordinator or Department Supervisors regarding progress of training, individual performance issues or any other areas of concern

Organizational Expectations

• Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization
• Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention
• Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience
• Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols
• Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities
• Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards
• Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information
• Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization
• Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements

Functional Demands

Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms; and talk to hear. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.

Lifting Requirements: Generally lifting objects not more than 25 lbs. and/or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.

10/08/2025

Human Resources

530.712.2137

hrrecruiting@orohosp.com