Laboratory Assistant
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Job overview
Dignity Health is hiring a Laboratory Assistant. As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, contributing to the effective treatment of patient illnesses and injuries. You will utilize your expertise and advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process diverse patient specimens for various diagnostic tests. Success in this role requires a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Key focus areas include Demonstrate knowledge and skills for age-specific patient care needs, Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting, and Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED, California Phlebotomy Technician License (CA PHLEB Lic), and American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS). Important skills include Laboratory Procedures, Attention To Detail, Continuous Learning, Professional Development, Age-Specific Patient Care, and Specimen Processing.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.
Every day, you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Responsibilities:
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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.
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This lab assistant will play a critical role in the Emergency Room schedule
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Assist with specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, and aliquoting.
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Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.
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Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.
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Perform routine lab tasks such as washing glassware, sterilizing instruments, and preparing culture media.
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Assist with data entry and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
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Assist with other tasks as assigned by the laboratory supervisor.
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Will be required to work in the Emergency Room
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Job Requirements
Required:
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High School Diploma/GED
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California Phlebotomy Technician License (CA PHLEB Lic)
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American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS)
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Fire Safety Card required (must obtain 90 days from hire date)
Preferred:
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Lab Assistant Program certification, Phlebotomy program certificate
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Six months of experience in an acute care facility
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
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Pay Range
$29.17 - $34.88 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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