Microbiology Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Hospital

Under the direction of the Pathologist and Laboratory Manager, performs a variety of standardized chemical, microscopic, bacteriological, and other technical analyses within the clinical laboratory. Additionally, is responsible for supervising laboratory operations, including quality control, inventory management, workflow oversight, and equipment maintenance for the Microbiology specialty area.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This class differs from the Clinical Laboratory Scientist II in that the former has supervisory responsibility for managing specialized areas of the laboratory.

WHAT WE OFFER 

The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, that includes:

• Bilingual Incentive - Incumbents may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational needs and certification of skill.
• Educational Incentive - Incumbents may also be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor’s degree, or 5% for completion of a graduate degree for educational attainments not specifically required by the position.
• Evening Shift Differential - 7.5%
• Night Shift Differential - 15%
• Standby Premium Pay - 1/4 of regular hourly wage or Federal minimum wage (whichever is greater)
• Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan.
• Health Plans - Full-time employees are afforded a flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase spending power through reimbursement of pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
• Pension Plan - Both the County and employees contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If eligible, reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems, such as PERS.
• Holidays - 13 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday

AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital

PAYROLL TITLE: Clinical Laboratory Scientist III

Clinical Laboratory Scientist III is represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Per Diem Pool, Intermittent, and Extra-Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy with Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital.
 
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 
OPENING DATE: October 23, 2026
CLOSING DATE: November 6, 2026 at 5:00 pm 

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supervises laboratory workflow and evaluates test results;
• Maintains laboratory staffing schedule to ensure adequate coverage;
• Reviews and updates quality control measures based on statistical analysis of quality control data;
• Performs and is responsible for the completion of technical analyses in the Microbiology lab
• Tabulates and compiles data for monthly workload recording;
• Maintains inventory of supplies, reagents, and materials required to perform testing in the area responsible for;
• Checks for clerical errors for manually recorded test results;
• Responsible for the orientation and competency assessment of testing personnel;
• Reviews proficiency testing evaluations and performs appropriate corrective action;
• Maintains respective department and keeps equipment in clean and orderly condition;
• Performs necessary preventive maintenance according to the recommended schedule and maintains records of all analyzers and equipment in the area of responsibility;
• Prepares analytical and statistical reports as required;
• Performs a variety of standardized tests in any or all of the fields of medical technology, including laboratory information system management;
• Evaluates new and/or improved test methodologies and updates procedures accordingly;
• Modifies procedures as required;
• Establishes quality assurance indicators and/or monitors quality improvement programs when appropriate;
• Participates in quality management, performance improvement projects, and accreditation surveys; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
 
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE 

• Four (4) years of recent clinical microbiology laboratory testing and technical analysis experience under the direction of a qualified laboratory director
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist license issued by the State of California Department of Health Services

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Two (2) years of experience as a lead, supervisor, or manager in a reference lab or hospital-based lab setting
• Must be willing to occasionally work in other departments and shifts as needed
• Must be willing to work overtime and standby as needed

DESIRED

• Experience as a lead, supervisor, or manager overseeing a microbiology laboratory team in an acute care hospital setting
• Knowledge of multiple sub-specialties such as: Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Blood Bank

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Comprehensive knowledge of: principles and practices of effective supervision related to selection, training, direction, control and evaluation of subordinates; and inventory management.
 
Comprehensive knowledge and skill in: the performance of the standardized tests performed in Hematology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, or Blood Bank.
 
Comprehensive ability to: demonstrate sound judgment; demonstrate technical skill in the several categories of clinical laboratory technology, including above mentioned departments; instruct other personnel; work with and troubleshoot on technical equipment; establish quality assurance indicators and/or monitor quality improvement programs; prepare routine reports; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and hospital staff.

FINAL FILING DATE: Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026.

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.venturacounty.gov/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources-Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003.

Note to Applicants:  It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying:  All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION - Pass/Fail:  An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure and certification for this recruitment.  Those candidates who do will be placed on the eligible list.

Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
 
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Maritza David by e-mail at [email protected] or by telephone at (805) 677-5162.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.