Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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 

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

• 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.