Emergency Room Lab Assistant & Phlebotomy Tech

Dignity Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic workflows in the Emergency Department. You will collect, prepare, and process specimens (blood, urine, tissue) using established procedures and advanced technology to aid in patient care.

You will maintain strict attention to detail, adhere to regulatory standards, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of laboratory procedures.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to care for patients across age groups as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge to provide appropriate care relative to patient age.
• Support ER schedule and workflow.
• Assist with specimen processing: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting.
• Prepare reagents and solutions per protocols.
• Maintain lab equipment and supplies for cleanliness and function.
• Perform routine tasks: wash glassware, sterilize instruments, prepare media.
• Assist with data entry and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Support laboratory supervisor with other tasks as assigned.
• Work in the Emergency Room as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory procedures

Patient age-specific care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

California Phlebotomy Technician License

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

Fire Safety Card

Job description

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Lab Assistant to support diagnostic workflows in the Emergency Department. You will collect, prepare, and process specimens (blood, urine, tissue) using established procedures and advanced technology to aid in patient care.

You will maintain strict attention to detail, adhere to regulatory standards, and participate in ongoing professional development.