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Clinical Lab Scientist

Northridge Hospital Medical Center Northridge, California
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Requisition ID 2024-379588 Employment Type Part Time w/o Benefits Department Microbiology Hours/Pay Period 32 Shift Evening Weekly Schedule Every Wednesday Every other Weekend (1400-2230) Remote No Category Laboratory
Overview

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 - Microbiology 

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Lab Scientist to join our dynamic team in the Microbiology department. We are committed to providing high-quality patient care and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.


Responsibilities
  • Perform a wide range of microbiological procedures, including:
    • Bacterial culture and identification
    • Antimicrobial susceptibility testing
    • Mycology and parasitology testing
    • Molecular diagnostics
    • Blood cultures
    • Quality control and instrument maintenance
  • Analyze and interpret laboratory results, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
  • Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all procedures and results.
  • Collaborate with other laboratory staff and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Participate in departmental quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
  • Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.
  • Assist with training and mentoring of new staff members.

Qualifications
  • BA/BS degree required.
  • 1 year Previous experience required.
  • Continuing education lectures and courses to keep knowledge current as required.
  • Must have experience reading different culture types and setting up cultures traditional and molecular based.
  • Required training in
    • Hematology
    • Chemistry
    • Blood Bank
    • Microbiology
    • Immunology and Serology as applicable.
  • 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.
  • LA Fire card is required. (Must obtain within 90 days of hire date. Classes offer at hospital)
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