Mux Drive
Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology
About the Role
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
• 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.
Advance your career and experience true inspiration as you collaborate with an exceptional team of top clinicians. As an allied health professional at UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy ongoing opportunities for learning and development so you can continually expand your skills while positively impacting our world-class patient care. In our inclusive, supportive culture, you’ll take on unique, high-acuity cases for one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in the world. It’s the chance to take on some of the most exciting challenges in healthcare.
If you’re ready to advance your clinical career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these areas:
● Clinical Lab & Pathology
● Imaging
● Pharmacy
● Phlebotomy
● Rehab
● Respiratory Therapy
● Social Work
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll be living the dream thanks to all the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations.
Responsibilities
- Perform microbiology procedures including gram stains, fungal stains, urine and blood cultures, and BD Max PCR.
- Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and prepare reagents.
Qualifications
- California CLS license or CMS
- Bachelor's degree
- Microbiology training/experience in Bacteriology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, Parasitology
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