Clinical Laboratory Inspector
The Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) serves to protect and promote the health of all Californians through innovative and collaborative infectious disease and environmental testing, including provision of investigation and surveillance activities which form the basis of disease response and prevention. The CLS works to bring together emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications reflecting a new level of coordination, support, and leadership for the public health laboratory system at the state, local and national level. In addition, the Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value in developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management success.
Performs onsite inspections of clinical laboratories and physician office laboratories to determine compliance with California Business and Professions Code, Chapter 3 and Federal 42CFR Part 493 requirements for clinical laboratories and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) standards related to all aspects of pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical performance. Reviews Examiner I survey reports and makes recommendations regarding the issuance of laboratory licenses and approvals for accuracy, appropriateness, and clarity; consults with field surveyors regarding survey reports in order to determine whether the laboratory is in acceptable compliance with appropriate state and federal laws and regulations. Performs follow-up inspections as necessary to ensure correction of deficiencies. Conducts complaint investigations, as assigned, to determine possible violations of State and Federal law. Assists the Examiner III in the preparation of sanction referral packages for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CLIA program. Provides excellent customer service and expert technical assistance through all methods of communication responding to complainants, the regulated community, the legislature, the Governor’s office, the public, the media, and others. Responds to written and telephone inquiries regarding interpretation of laws, regulations, and policies (State and Federal) to the laboratory community and general public. Participates with legal counsel in preparation of possible court hearings related to laboratory sanctions for non-compliance and will testify at hearings on behalf of the CDPH.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Critical thinking skills
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work under pressure, execute sound judgement and exercise a high degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience working with Databases is a plus but not required.
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.