Be part of a mission-driven team at the forefront of immunogenetics, histocompatibility, and transplantation immunology. As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, you will play a vital role in supporting organ transplantation by performing complex, high-impact testing that directly contributes to patient outcomes. Join us in driving innovation and improving lives-one transplant at a time.
Primary duties include:
•Perform and document complex laboratory tests - including immunophenotyping assays and flow cytometry - with precision and accuracy.
•Conduct quality control procedures in compliance with manufacturer protocols, department guidelines, ASHI standards, State Department of Health regulations, and other applicable accrediting bodies.
•Enter and retrieve data accurately using the Medical Center LIS and UIC LIS, ensuring consistency through supervisor or senior staff review.
•Complete CAP survey samples and competency exams accurately and within designated time frames.
•Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and laboratory protocols.
In addition to a competitive salary range, this position is also eligible for shift differentials.
Salary Range: $53.31/hour - $71.04/hour
Qualifications
•Current, valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist (CHS) license.
•Bachelor’s degree.
•Ability to work outside of normal shift hours, including on-call and rotating weekends.
•Must pass the Ishihara Color Vision exam, i.e. visual acuity including color differentiation.
At UCLA Health, you can help heal humankind, one patient at a time by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness. As you do, you’ll achieve great things in your life and your career. We’re a world-class health organization with four hospitals consistently recognized among the nation’s very best as well as an internationally-renowned medical school, primary and specialty care clinics and much more. Within our dynamic, innovative and growing organization, you’ll find exceptional opportunities to make the most of your abilities in a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment. If you embrace our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Discovery we invite you to see all you can accomplish at UCLA Health.