Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join their Microbiology lab. This role involves performing critical technical procedures, including urine and blood cultures, while troubleshooting laboratory instruments. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Microbiology and a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to vital health services in a collaborative environment, where your expertise will directly impact patient care and laboratory efficiency.

Qualifications

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License or Clinical Microbiology Scientist.
• Strong educational background in Microbiology with advanced training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical procedures in Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology.
• Perform urine cultures, blood cultures, and gram stains.

Skills

Microbiology

Bacteriology

Mycology

Mycobacteriology

Parasitology

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

BD Bactec FX

bioMerieux Vitek 2

Centrifuges

Water Baths

Analytical Balance

Fume Hood

Biological Safety Cabinet

Incubator

Job description

Description

Join us as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the Microbiology lab at the Brentwood Annex. You will assist with various technical procedures in the Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology sections. Primary responsibilities include performing urine cultures, blood cultures, gram stains, fungal stains, and BD Max PCR, as well as troubleshooting laboratory instruments and reagent preparation.

Salary Range: $53.31 - $71.04/hour

Qualifications

*Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) or Clinical Microbiology Scientist (CMS).

*Bachelor's degree.

*Strong educational background and advanced training in Microbiology.

*Previous technical and practical experience in Bacteriology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, and/or Parasitology.

*Demonstrated working knowledge of current instrumentation, including BD Bactec FX, bioMerieux Vitek 2 and MS systems, centrifuges, water baths, analytical balance, fume hood, biological safety cabinet, and incubator.

*Proficient computer skills.

*Must pass the Ishihara Color Vision exam, i.e. visual acuity including color differentiation.