Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from City of Hope
Job overview
The Medical Laboratory Technician at City of Hope supports laboratory operations by performing accurate lab tests and contributing to patient care in a clinical research setting focused on serious illnesses.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves conducting waived and moderately complex lab procedures, maintaining lab equipment and inventory, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance, supporting workflow efficiency, participating in process improvements, and delivering patient-centered service.
Compensation and benefits
Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location; comprehensive benefits are offered as indicated by the employer.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have an associate degree or equivalent coursework, completion of an accredited MLT program, two years of lab testing experience, and a California MLT license.
Work environment and culture
The company values collaboration, high performance, professionalism, and compassionate patient care within a transformative clinical research environment.
Company information
City of Hope is a national system focused on cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses, with multiple campuses and treatment centers across the US.
Job location and travel
The position is based at City of Hope's Duarte Campus laboratory in California.
Unique job features
The job involves working in a high-impact clinical research environment with opportunities to contribute to SOP development, instrument validation, and process optimization.
Company overview
City of Hope is a leading comprehensive cancer center and biomedical research institution dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases. They generate revenue through patient care services, research grants, philanthropy, and partnerships with biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has a rich history of pioneering research and innovative treatments, including the development of synthetic human insulin and numerous breakthrough cancer therapies.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience performing waived and moderately complex laboratory procedures, emphasizing accuracy and compliance with CLIA and California state regulations.
Showcase your skills in lab equipment maintenance, inventory management, and adherence to QA/QC protocols, including familiarity with CAP, CLIA, and CALOSHA standards.
Emphasize your ability to support workflow efficiency by being adaptable, cross-trained, and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
Apply through multiple channels such as City of Hope’s official career site, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Medical Laboratory Technicians or clinical research staff at City of Hope on LinkedIn; ice breakers could include asking about their experience with City of Hope’s lab processes or expressing admiration for the institution’s mission in cancer and disease research.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'Medical Laboratory Technician,' 'CLIA compliance,' 'CAP,' 'QA/QC,' 'lab equipment maintenance,' and 'patient-centered service.'
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