Overview
Job Description and Duties
Evaluates and approves applications for clinical and public health laboratory directors, PHM, CLS, Limited CLS, CLS trainees, MLT, phlebotomy, PHM and CLS training schools, national certifying examination providers, and continuing education accrediting organizations according to state statutes and regulations to determine eligibility and other documentation for compliance with applicable laws to approve, deny, or communicate deficiencies. Coordinates and performs onsite inspections of CLS, MLT, PHM and phlebotomy training programs/schools, to determine compliance with state statutes and regulations. Conducts and documents interviews of schools’ staff, complainants, and others, as needed. Reviews Examiner I inspection reports and makes recommendations regarding the issuance of training program/school licenses and approvals for accuracy, appropriateness, and clarity; consults with Examiners regarding survey reports in order to determine whether the training program/school is in acceptable compliance with appropriate state laws and regulations. Provides excellent customer service and expert technical assistance through all methods of communication including email, letter, and telephone by responding to applicants, the regulated community, the Governor’s office, the public, the media, and others.
About The California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
