Clinical Lab Scientist
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Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.
Clinical Lab Scientist - Clinical Laboratory Services
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our dynamic team in Clinical Laboratory Services. This position plays a crucial role in providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing to support patient care across various hospital departments.
Responsibilities
- Perform a wide range of laboratory tests in multiple disciplines, including:
- Hematology: Complete blood counts, coagulation studies, blood bank procedures
- Chemistry: Electrolytes, enzymes, hormones, drug levels
- Microbiology: Bacterial culture and identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing
- Immunology: Autoantibody testing, serological markers
- Urinalysis and Body Fluids: Microscopic examination, chemical analysis
- Molecular Diagnostics: PCR testing, genetic analysis
- Operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment, including analyzers, microscopes, and automated systems
- Ensure proper specimen handling, processing, and analysis
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all tests performed
- Adhere to strict quality control procedures and safety protocols
- Participate in departmental quality assurance activities and proficiency testing
- Collaborate effectively with other laboratory personnel, physicians, and nurses
- Assist with training and mentoring of new staff members
- Contribute to the development and implementation of new laboratory procedures and technologies
Qualifications
- Minimum one year of experience in an acute care facility required.
- Required training in Hematology Chemistry Blood Bank Microbiology Immunology and Serology as applicable.
- B.A./B.S. required
- Windows Operating System.
- Knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel helpful.
- California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License or Limited California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License California Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License California Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License are required and ASCP registry preferred
- Current Los Angeles County fire card is required.
- For direct patient care AHA BLS certification is required for CLS drawing blood donors only.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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