Laboratory Assistant Tech

Dignity Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit community hospital is seeking a Lab Assistant Tech for its Regional Microbiology team. This role involves processing patient samples, performing laboratory procedures, and assisting in maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness. Ideal candidates possess laboratory experience and relevant certifications. Join a team dedicated to providing quality diagnostic testing for patients.

Qualifications

• 1-year laboratory clerical/phlebotomy experience in acute care.
• Minimum 1-year experience in clinical microbiology preferred.
• California Phlebotomy Technician License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Collect, process, and label patient samples according to protocols.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures including plating and inoculation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory safety protocols

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microscopes

Incubators

Autoclaves

Job description

**Responsibilities**

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our busy Regional Microbiology team as a **Lab Assistant Tech** . This position plays a vital role in supporting our laboratory's mission to provide accurate and timely diagnostic testing for our patients. Will process Micro samples of all specimen types onto appropriate media.

+ Prepare and sterilize laboratory equipment and supplies.

+ Collect, process, and label patient samples according to established protocols.

+ Perform routine laboratory procedures, including plating, streaking, and inoculation.

+ Maintain accurate records and documentation of all laboratory activities.

+ Assist with the preparation of reagents and media.

+ Clean and maintain laboratory work areas and equipment.

+ Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations.

+ Assist the Clinical Lab Scientist and Medical Lab Techs as needed

**Qualifications**

+ High school diploma or equivalency.

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

+ Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory setting is preferred.

+ Familiarity with laboratory equipment, including microscopes, incubators, and autoclaves.

+ Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and regulations.

+ Phlebotomy training must meet the needs of newborns through the geriatric population

+ California Phlebotomy Technician License (CT Phlebotomy) preferred.

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

+ Fire Safety Card (CT Fire Card) required. (must obtain 90 days from hire date)

**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 dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

**Pay Range**

$23.00 - $25.97 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.