Hospital Lab Technician I - Microbiology

Uclahealth

Los Angeles, CA, United States
Base: $27.71 - $36.60 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Process ova and parasite specimens
Prepare pneumocystis and fungal stains
Handle mycology and afb blood specimens
The Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at UCLA Health is seeking a detail-oriented Hospital Laboratory Technician I to support accurate diagnostic testing

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at UCLA Health is seeking a detail-oriented Hospital Laboratory Technician I to support accurate diagnostic testing.
  • Key responsibilities include processing O&P specimens, preparing fungal stains, and operating the Vitek ID/AST instrument for antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
  • Candidates must be available to work rotating weekends, holidays, and variable shifts in a fully onsite Los Angeles location.

Matching Summary

The Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at UCLA Health is seeking a detail-oriented Hospital Laboratory Technician I to support accurate diagnostic testing.

Salary

Base: $27.71 - $36.60 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Process Ova and Parasite specimens
  • Prepare Pneumocystis and fungal stains
  • Handle Mycology and AFB blood specimens
  • Set up Vitek ID/AST instrument
  • Inoculate microdilution MICs for testing

Nice-to-have

  • Working knowledge of clinical microbiology techniques
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced setting
  • Detail-oriented and motivated team member

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET)
  • Availability for weekends, holidays, and variable shifts
  • Disclosure of past misconduct decisions within last seven years

Work Rights

Not specified

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