Job Description
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Los Angeles, CA): Perform diagnostic and technical laboratory tests utilizing specialized lab equipment and instrumentation used in complex clinical testing. Perform isolation of lymphocytes for PBL, SPL, LN, and maintain accurate inventory. Review and ensure reliability of tests based on quality control and assurance mechanisms, specimen integrity, known clinical history or delta checks, and take corrective action as necessary. Document and report test results accurately. Use established quality assurance protocols to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and analytical procedures including assaying appropriate standards and controls, performing instrument function verifications, and recording control data. Perform phlebotomy procedures. Provide appropriate guidance and educational experience of clinical laboratory to students. Adhere to new and existing policies and procedures according to established protocols.
Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or related field, plus one (1) year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or related occupation.
Must have: a valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited license appropriate for the area of responsibility.
Salary: $80,870 - $125,340 per year
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Req ID: 17768
Cedars Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the United States, and it is the largest private academic medical center in the Western United States. The Cedars Sinai main campus, which encompasses nearly 24 acres, is located at the point where the cities of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and West Hollywood meet. Cedars Sinai has been recognized annually by U.S. News & World Report’s top 10 best hospitals in the U.S. The institution most recently placed No. 7 among a select group of 20 Honor Roll hospitals and ranked nationally in a dozen specialties. In addition, Cedars Sinai ranked No. 3 in California and No. 2 in the Los Angeles metro area.
Within Cedars Sinai, the Institute for Research on Health Aging conducts multi-disciplinary research that prioritizes the prevention of cardiovascular disease, neurocognitive disease, and cancer. Our focus is on translating new research discoveries into pragmatic interventions aimed at promoting healthy aging across diverse populations. Our approach involves human physiology, cohort, and clinical trial studies and our team includes established experts in population, clinical, translational, basic, and data science.