Microbiology CLS | Day Shift, Full-Time Lab Scientist

MLK Community Healthcare; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Microbiology section. The role requires licensing as a CA CLS and 1 year of microbiology experience, with duties spanning pre-analytical to post-analytical testing and reporting.

The position emphasizes quality control, equipment maintenance, and accurate documentation, with a focus on collaboration with medical staff. Bachelor’s degree in Science is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Science is required.
• CA CLS license or Clinical Microbiologist Scientist credentials.
• 1 year of microbiology clinical lab experience or internship considered.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process samples and perform microbiology testing per SOPs.
• Maintain quality control and complete documentation for each run.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Ensure accurate reporting of results to medical staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor degree in Science

CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

Clinical Microbiology internship/experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Microbiology section. The role requires licensing as a CA CLS and 1 year of microbiology experience, with duties spanning pre-analytical to post-analytical testing and reporting.

The position emphasizes quality control, equipment maintenance, and accurate documentation, with a focus on collaboration with medical staff. Bachelor’s degree in Science is required.