Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Med Tech – Acute Care Lab

CommonSpirit Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to promptly analyze and report tests ordered by the Medical Staff, following laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

The successful candidate will work with instrumentation and information systems, ensuring quality and accuracy of tests while upholding safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in an acute care facility.
• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.
• Must be appropriately trained in clinical laboratory science as evaluated by the Director of the Clinical Laboratory.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) required.
• A current Los Angeles County fire card is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience with laboratory instrumentation and methodologies across various departments (e.g., Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunohematology).
• Proficiency in performing complex laboratory tests, analyzing results, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Strong understanding of quality control, quality assurance, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Laboratory safety

Quality control

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/chemical science (CLIA)

Clinical laboratory science training

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to promptly analyze and report tests ordered by the Medical Staff, following laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

The successful candidate will work with instrumentation and information systems, ensuring quality and accuracy of tests while upholding safety standards in a fast-paced environment.