Laboratory Assistant Tech

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

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant Tech for its Northridge Hospital Medical Center. This entry-level position involves processing microbiology samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications, along with experience in a clinical laboratory setting. Join a dedicated team providing critical diagnostic support for patients.

Qualifications

• 1 year of laboratory clerical and/or phlebotomy experience required.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment essential.

Responsibilities

• Process Micro samples onto appropriate media.
• Collect, process, and label patient samples.
• Prepare and sterilize laboratory equipment.

Skills

Laboratory safety protocols

Microbiology procedures

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

California Phlebotomy Technician License

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

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Responsibilities

• 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
  
  

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 needs of newborn through geriatric populations.
• California Phlebotomy Technician License (CT Phlebotomy) required.
• 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 here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$23.00 - $25.97 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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