Clinical Lab Scientist
US-CA-NORTHRIDGE
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 379588
Type: Evening
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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. Clinical Lab Scientist - Microbiology Northridge Hospital Medical Center Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Lab Scientist to join our dynamic team in the Microbiology department. We are committed to providing high-quality patient care and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Responsibilities: * Perform a wide range of microbiological procedures, including: * Bacterial culture and identification * Antimicrobial susceptibility testing * Mycology and parasitology testing * Molecular diagnostics * Blood cultures * Quality control and instrument maintenance * Analyze and interpret laboratory results, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. * Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all procedures and results. * Collaborate with other laboratory staff and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. * Participate in departmental quality assurance and improvement initiatives. * Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols. * Assist with training and mentoring of new staff members. Qualifications: * BA/BS degree required. * 1 year Previous experience required. * Continuing education lectures and courses to keep knowledge current as required. * Must have experience reading different culture types and setting up cultures traditional and molecular based. * Required training in * Hematology * Chemistry * Blood Bank * Microbiology * Immunology and Serology as applicable. * California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License or Limited California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License * California Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License * California Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License are required and ASCP registry preferred. * LA Fire card is required. (Must obtain within 90 days of hire date. Classes offer at hospital)
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