Job Information
Dignity Health Laboratory Tech Coordinator in Northridge, California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Are you a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist or a Limited License Microbiologist with a passion for quality and technical excellence? Do you thrive in a dynamic laboratory environment and possess strong leadership potential? If so, we invite you to join our growing team as a Laboratory Technical Coordinator!
The Laboratory Tech Coordinator will assist the supervisor and work independently on Microbiology Quality Assurance instrument and procedure validations, and day-to-day workflow and efficiencies. We are a full-service regional microbiology lab with routine molecular, rapid cultures, AFB, and Fungus specialties as well. Experience in Microbiology is required.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary technical resource for all testing procedures, instrumentation, and methodologies within the designated laboratory area.
Optimize workflow and instrument utilization to maximize efficiency and turnaround times.
Participate in laboratory audits and inspections.
Perform root cause analysis for identified issues and implement corrective actions.
Generate reports on quality metrics, instrument performance, and operational efficiency.
Collaborate effectively with laboratory management, medical directors, and other laboratory departments.
Job Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in a chemical or biological science as defined by CLIA. required.
2 years of clinical lab experience in the designated lab area/speciality required.
CA Clinical Laboratory Science License (CLS License) required
Preferred:
Clinical Laboratory departments (AU750000):
MT or CLS or MLS certification, ASCP or equivalent (per requirement sheet)
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
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Pay Range
$49.57 - $73.73 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.