Laboratory Assistant
US-CA-NORTHRIDGE
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 413216
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 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 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.
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