About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work - and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

Working under the direct supervision of the CMDL Supervisor, performs duties authorized by the supervisor and laboratory director under CLIA 88 CFR Section 493. Under the oversight / control of the laboratory director, supervisor, and licensed technical staff, this position supports molecular genetic laboratory testing, safety procedures and specimen processing using standardized and established methodology. Possesses skills to perform proper specimen preparation, preservation and processing. Demonstrates an awareness of factors that that influence test results.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Assists in various clinical laboratory settings, including, but not limited to, specimen pick-up, accessioning, labeling, and general clean-up.
• Maintains and demonstrates knowledge of techniques for preparing and processing biological specimens using universal precautions.
• Maintains knowledge in the proper use of equipment, including incubators, centrifuges, thermal cyclers, freezers, and biohazard hoods.
• Demonstrates skills required to support technologists in the performance of daily quality control activities. Records temperatures of refrigerators, water baths, ovens, freezers and incubators on a daily basis. Notifies supervisor of unusual readings.
• Accessions samples submitted for testing and ensures that all information is complete on the test requisition form (TRF).
• Washes and cleans laboratory equipment and supplies such as glassware, sinks and tables in accordance with hospital standards.
• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department and interdepartmental objectives and maintain good employee relations.
• Prioritizes work and provides prompt and efficient service.
• Prepares solutions and reagents according to standard formulas and procedures. Labels and fills specimen containers.
• Maintain sufficient levels of laboratory supplies, reagents and solutions.
• Maintains orderliness, cleanliness and follows safety practices in work areas.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to set up quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement procedures for review by licensed technologist.
• Orders, receives supplies and distributes them to the appropriate areas within the laboratory.
• Attends departmental meetings as required.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

• Associate Degree in Biology or other related Science. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements
• Minimum one year of experience in laboratory atmosphere
• Experience in clinical laboratory, preferred.

Additional Information:

• As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.

City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.