Hollywood Presbyterian·Los Angeles, California
The role is responsible for ensuring the validity of laboratory test results through quality control, calibration, and instrument maintenance. It also involves collaborating with clinicians and adhering to hospital safety and regulatory standards.
The primary job duties this position is responsible for achieving are listed in order of importance.
Assures validity of test results.
Applies criteria for specimen rejection.
Demonstrates knowledge of Quality Control, calibration and standardization of instruments.
Exercises good judgment and proper interpretation of Quality Control data and assumes responsibility for decisions.
Trouble-shoots instruments and performs routine preventive maintenance.
Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory computer system regarding ordering, reports and verifies results and downtime computer procedures.
Is familiar with laws and regulations that apply to the laboratory.
Participates in training of new employees.
Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to, identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values/readings; and assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills and/or activities that place patients at risk as well as communicates effectively in a clear, concise, understandable manner.
Applicable for the populations Infant, Pediatric, Adult and Geriatrics.
Incorporates HPMC mission of “quality care with compassion and respect” into daily performance of job functions.
Communicates problems/concerns to Supervisor.
Responds acceptably to priority specifications for tests.
Understands and can verbalize VBP goals/targets. Consistently participates in the unit and hospital specific action plans to improve HCAHPS scores.
Is able to use AIDET in all settings.
Understands is individually accountable for achieving core measures, HCAHPS and other VBP goals.
Consistently supports compliance and the Code of Conduct (Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center's code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and license requirements (if applicable), and Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center's policies and procedures.
• Bachelor's Degree in laboratory technology or related field.
• One year experience in a hospital laboratory.
California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.
Fire Card
Assault Response Competency (ARC) (within 30 days of employment).
Market context
Clinical lab scientist roles in California are typically in steady demand in hospitals and health systems that need licensed staff for day-to-day testing and turnaround support. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license, hospital lab experience, and readiness for day shifts; this posting also notes a Fire Card requirement. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster before applying. If you qualify, confirm your license status and hospital experience match the posting before submitting.
