Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Laboratory - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus, USFull-time2026-08-12 → 2026-11-13

Core

Procures blood samples from patients, preserves specimen integrity, and processes/prepares samples for clinical testing.

Role type

Clinical laboratory assistant (phlebotomy)

Builds

Blood products and surgical specimens for hospital departments

Domain

Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Venipuncture, capillary methods, specimen screening, specimen processing, clerical functions, Microsoft Office, analytical skills, organizational skills

Preferred skills

Acute care facility phlebotomy experience

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Obtain blood samples via venipuncture or capillary methods; receive and screen specimens; deliver blood products to Surgery; process, distribute, or package specimens; handle inquiries for lab results and specimen status; communicate with patients and staff; adhere to hospital policies; participate in Quality Improvement programs.

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC

About usc

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and