Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology

UCLA Health

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Compensation

$59.37–79.11/hr

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Work Authorization

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

California CLS Or CMS LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

UCLA Health seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Microbiology lab at the Brentwood Annex. The role assists with technical procedures across Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology, including cultures, stains, and PCR testing. It also involves troubleshooting laboratory instruments and preparing reagents.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

MicrobiologyBacteriologyMycologyMycobacteriologyParasitologyLaboratory InstrumentationComputer Skills

Qualifications

California CLS or CMS LicenseBachelor's DegreeIshihara Color Vision Exam

Full job description

Description

Join us as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the Microbiology lab at the Brentwood Annex. You will assist with various technical procedures in the Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology sections. Primary responsibilities include performing urine cultures, blood cultures, gram stains, fungal stains, and BD Max PCR, as well as troubleshooting laboratory instruments and reagent preparation.

Salary Range: $59.37 - $79.11/hour

Qualifications

Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) or Clinical Microbiology Scientist (CMS).
Bachelor's degree.
Strong educational background and advanced training in Microbiology.
Previous technical and practical experience in Bacteriology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, and/or Parasitology.
Demonstrated working knowledge of current instrumentation, including BD Bactec FX, bioMerieux Vitek 2 and MS systems, centrifuges, water baths, analytical balance, fume hood, biological safety cabinet, and incubator.
Proficient computer skills.
Must pass the Ishihara Color Vision exam, i.e. visual acuity including color differentiation.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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