**Responsibilities**

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and experienced **Clinical Laboratory Scientist** to join our dynamic team in Clinical Laboratory Services. This position plays a crucial role in providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing to support patient care across various hospitals

+ Perform a wide range of laboratory tests in multiple disciplines, including:

+ Hematology: Complete blood counts, coagulation studies, blood bank procedures

+ Chemistry: Electrolytes, enzymes, hormones, drug levels

+ Microbiology: Bacterial culture and identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing

+ Immunology: Autoantibody testing, serological markers

+ Urinalysis and Body Fluids: Microscopic examination, chemical analysis

+ Molecular Diagnostics: PCR testing, genetic analysis

+ Operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment, including analyzers, microscopes, and automated systems

+ Ensure proper specimen handling, processing, and analysis

+ Maintain accurate and detailed records of all tests performed

+ Adhere to strict quality control procedures and safety protocols

+ Participate in departmental quality assurance activities and proficiency testing

+ Collaborate effectively with other laboratory personnel, physicians, and nurses

+ Assist with training and mentoring of new staff members

+ Contribute to the development and implementation of new laboratory procedures and

**Qualifications**

+ Minimum one year of experience in an acute care facility required.

+ Required training in Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Immunology, and Serology as applicable.

+ B.A./B.S. required

+ Windows Operating System.

+ Knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel is helpful.

+ 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

+ Current Los Angeles County fire card is required.

+ For direct patient care AHA BLS certification is required for CLS drawing blood donors only.

**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

**Pay Range**

$49.10 - $71.19 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.