Clinical Laboratory Inspector (Examiner I, Laboratory Field Services)

Job Description and Duties 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. The incumbent works under the general supervisor of the Examiner III, Laboratory Field Services Branch, CLIA Survey Section. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (535439) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. 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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application. If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. 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 preferred but not required