Laboratory Assistant

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

Job summary

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a motivated Lab Assistant to support laboratory operations. Responsibilities include specimen processing, equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• One year of laboratory clerical and/or phlebotomy experience in an acute care facility.
• California Phlebotomy Technician License required.
• Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specimen processing including labeling and centrifuging.
• Prepare reagents and solutions according to protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

**Responsibilities**

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.

+ 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.

+ This lab assistant will play a critical role in the Emergency Room schedule

+ Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting.

+ Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.

+ Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.

+ Perform routine lab tasks such as washing glassware, sterilizing instruments, and preparing culture media.

+ Assist with data entry and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols.

+ Assist with other tasks as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.

+ Will be required to work in the Emergency Room

**Qualifications**

+ High school diploma or equivalency.

+ One (1) year of laboratory clerical and/or phlebotomy experience in an acute care facility is required.

+ Must know medical terminology

+ Phlebotomy training must meet the needs of newborns through geriatric populations.

+ California Phlebotomy Technician License (CT Phlebotomy) required.

+ American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS) is required.

+ 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.**

**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 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California

**Pay Range**

$27.78 - $33.22 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.