**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 9000 physicians 62000 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.