Clinical Lab Tech III / Microbiology/Virology

NATIONAL LEADERS IN PEDIATRIC CARE Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.

Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year.

From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering.

Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient.

And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation. Join a hospital where the work you do will matter to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families.

The work will be challenging, but always rewarding. It’s Work That Matters. Overview Purpose Statement / Position Summary : Under direct supervision of unlicensed or licensed CLS, MLT, or section manager, functions as an unlicensed or licensed staff member in a licensed clinical laboratory performing duties approved by California business code 1269, CLIA, and other regulatory agencies.

Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to, patient preparation, specimen preparation, client service activities, preparation and management of reagents and supplies, and performing procedures and QC functions approved by regulatory agencies.

Performs all job duties with sensitivity and attention to the age and developmental issue of the patient population(s) being served.

May be asked to take direction from a Lead or Specialist level position. Responsibilities : Receiving and accessioning clinical specimens for Virology lab testing.

Utilizing sterile techniques to perform specimen processing on various clinical samples. Assisting with preventive maintenance, routine decontamination, and monitoring of basic lab equipment (e.

g., centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, gram stainers). Monitoring lab supplies and reagent inventory. Answering phone calls and other non-technical inquiries from clinicians, escalating to Clinical Lab Scientists or Section Supervisor / Manager as necessary.

Assisting Clinical Lab Scientists with day-to-day pre-analytical and other routine tasks (e.g., plating for cultures, aliquoting shared specimens, reviewing test lists for pending orders).

Minimum Qualifications / Work Experience : 3+ years’ experience in a large laboratory or academic institution. 3+ years’ experience in technical phlebotomy if blood collection required for lab section.

Processing experience preferred. Excellent pipetting skills. Proficiency in Excel, as the lab is heavily Excel-based. Ability to learn quickly.

Team player with excellent communication skills. Attention to detail, essential for working in a sensitive PCR-based lab.

Experience in medical terminology sufficient to understand and discuss technical aspects of pathology and laboratory medicine.

Education / Licensure / Certification : High school graduate. AA / BS degree preferred. Pay Scale Information USD $44,304.

00 - USD $76,544.00 CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to education and experience within the job or the industry.

The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description.

Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

CHLA looks forward to introducing you to our world-class organization where we create hope and build healthier futures. Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe.

As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you’ll find an environment that’s alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support.

CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures for our patients, as well as for you and your career! CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process. Diversity inspires innovation.

Our experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA. Molecular Virology