Laboratory Assistant

Dignity Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Lab Assistant to support laboratory operations at a community hospital. This role is vital for the smooth functioning of the lab, including specimen processing, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean work environment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and necessary certifications such as a California Phlebotomy Technician License and Basic Life Support Certification. Join a dedicated team that prioritizes compassionate and high-quality patient care while making a significant impact in the healthcare community.

Qualifications

• 1 year of lab clerical and/or phlebotomy experience required.
• California Phlebotomy Technician License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specimen processing and maintain lab equipment.
• Perform routine lab tasks and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Attention to detail

Specimen processing

Data entry and record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Phlebotomy tools

Job description

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 here (http://dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital) for more information.

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Lab Assistant - Clinical Laboratory Services

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Lab Assistant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our laboratory staff and ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory.

Responsibilities

1. The lab assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
2. This lab assistant will be a critical role to the Emergency Room schedule.
3. Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting.
4. Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.
5. Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning.
6. Perform routine lab tasks such as washing glassware, sterilizing instruments, and preparing culture media.
7. Assist with data entry and record keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
8. Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
9. Assist with other tasks as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.
10. Will be required to work in Emergency Room.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalency.
2. One (1) year of laboratory clerical and/or phlebotomy experience in an acute care facility is required.
3. Must know medical terminology.
4. Phlebotomy training must meet the needs of newborns through geriatric populations.
5. California Phlebotomy Technician License (CT Phlebotomy) required.
6. American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS) is required.
7. Fire Safety Card (CT Fire Card) required (must obtain 90 days from hire date).

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Pay Range

$26.71 - $31.94 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.