Laboratory Assistant

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 dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Laboratory Services

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Laboratory Assistant to join our team. The Laboratory Assistant will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care by accurately and efficiently collecting blood samples for diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws on patients of all ages, following established protocols and safety procedures.
• Accurately label and prepare blood specimens for transport to the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, explaining procedures and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and infection control practices.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area. Must be able to draw neonate - geriatric for this position.
• Experience in an acute care setting basic computer skills are preferred.
• This Positon will be working in the Emergency Services Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• One (1) year laboratory clerical and/or phlebotomy experience in an acute care facility required.
• If the external market doesn't allow us to find a Laboratory Assistant with one year Phlebotomy experience we can waive the experience requirement and train someone who has the phlebotomy certificate.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology
• Phlebotomy training must meet needs of newborn through geriatric populations.
• California Phlebotomy Technician License (CT Phlebotomy) required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS) required.
• Fire Safety Card (CT Fire Card) required. (must obtain 90 days from hire date)

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.