Clinical Lab Scientist I

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Virology laboratory is responsible for all high-complexity infectious disease clinical testing for inpatient, outpatient, and outreach. The Clinical Lab Scientist performs a range of standard and/or technically demanding procedures in one or more of the Clinical Laboratory disciplines exercising initiative and independent judgment. Communicates technical or general information to their manager, director, & medical staff. Participate in administrative activities. Provides expertise and serves as a technical resource for others. May provide functional supervision to support staff.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 

Required:

• Minimum 1 year of post-baccalaureate clinical training as a Clinical Lab Scientist in a clinical laboratory, OR
• Minimum 1 year of work experience as a CLS performing high complexity testing in hematology, chemistry, blood bank, and microbiology in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

For Clinical Lab Scientist with Limited California License:

• Minimum 1 year of post-baccalaureate clinical training, OR
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in the specialty area related to the license.

Preferred:

• 1+ year of clinical experience in the specialty or subspecialty areas of the clinical laboratory.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree meeting California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Laboratory Field Services academic requirements.
• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Licenses
• OR acceptable Limited California Licenses in specialty areas:
  • Clinical Chemist Scientist License
  • Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist License
  • Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist License
  • Clinical Hematologist Scientist License
  • Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist License
  • Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License
  • Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. 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.

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