Description

The Microbiology Lab is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Per Diem. In this key role, you will assist with a variety of technical procedures within the Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology sections of the Brentwood Annex. Primary responsibilities include:

*Perform urine cultures, blood cultures, gram stains, fungal stains, BD Max PCR

*Troubleshoot laboratory instruments

*Reagent preparation

Note: this is a per diem position primarily assigned to work the weekend shift.

May convert to career.

Salary Range: $68.87-$68.87/hourQualifications

*A current, California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) or a Clinical Microbiology Scientist (CMS)

*Bachelor's degree

*Must have a minimum of at least two years of current technical and practical experience in bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, and /or parasitology

*Strong educational background and advanced training in Microbiology

*Demonstrated working knowledge of current instrumentations: BD Bactec FX and bioMerieux Vitek 2 and MS systems, Centrifuges, Water Baths, Analytical Balance, Fume hood, Biological Safety Cabinet, Incubator

*Skilled in using a computer

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