Serving at UCLA Health will give you the opportunity to use your specialized abilities to help improve the lives of our patients, their families, and your fellow UCLA Health team members. You’ll provide critical support that makes healing happen. We’d love to have you join us.

As a key leader within Security Services, you will play a vital role in advancing a culture of safety, service excellence, and operational consistency across the UCLA Health system. The Security Services Department supports the safety and protection of all hospitals, ambulatory clinics, and administrative locations through 24/7 coverage, centralized alarm monitoring, incident response, access control management, and close coordination with law enforcement. This team is essential to patient experience, staff safety, asset protection, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a high-reliability approach to safety across every UCLA Health site.

Salary Range: $119,700 - $272,200 / annually

• Bachelor's degree required.
• California Security Guard Card.
• IAHSS Basic Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross, needed within 6 months of hire.
• 10+ years of supervisory or management experience overseeing security personnel.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (Joint Commission, DPH, HIPAA) — Required
• Knowledge of security operations, emergency response, and fire/life safety systems
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Proficiency in incident reporting and documentation
• Ability to manage alarm monitoring and CCTV systems
• Skill in conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong decision-making and critical‑thinking skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and security software systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to define effective security processes to meet department standards and organization goals. 
• Knowledge of organization, HR and UC policies and processes. 
• Knowledge of relevant security industry federal, state and local laws and regulations. 
• Leadership skills in employee development to grow assigned manager and supervisor leadership skills, leading and guiding them to achieve objectives, manage conflicts, and develop and maintain high standards of safety and security. 
• Verbal and written communication skills to address critical, sensitive situations that require privacy. 
• Strong abilities to actively listen, and change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, management. 
• Skills to organize, simplify and increase efficiency of security processes and procedures while maintaining standards and compliance. 
• Strong problem solving skills to evaluate complex or new issues and identify options for resolution when no precedent exists. 
• Ability to quickly identify options for resolution and solve problems under pressure. 
• Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, patients, senior management, assigned staff and coordinate security programs across functions. 
• Commitment to service excellence and patient experience.

• Demonstrated work experience in front office reception in an allied healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of dental/medical terminology.  
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize/organize workload to optimize efficiency and complete assignments on schedule. 
• Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding release of medical records. 
• Strong verbal, written and social communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact professionally and diplomatically with persons of diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. 
• Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills. 
• Take initiative in providing excellent customer service to patients. 
• Ability to stay composed when confronted by difficult patients or situations and respond professionally. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, EHR/EDR and other computer programs. 

Pay Range: $73,400.00 - $149,600.00 annually

• Demonstrated effective supervisory skills including experience in recruitment, performance appraisal, identification and communication of expectations, discipline, and training.
• Skill in analyzing information and procedures to define objectives, identify patterns and recognize alternatives and their implications.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and software programs, including MS Word, and Excel Spreadsheet.
• Interpersonal skills to promote a cooperative and productive work environment and to establish and maintain cooperative, productive working relationships with faculty, residents, medical students and staff from various social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Writing skills to prepare accurate and concise reports and memorandums that clearly convey information utilizing appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
• Working knowledge of computerized appointment scheduling and registration system, and the ability to effectively train staff in the use of the system.
• Working knowledge of major medical insurance plans. 
• Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings as required. 

• Working knowledge of University and Hospital policies and procedures to appropriately manage patient registration, cashiering, risk management, and personnel.
• Working knowledge of the CareConnect system.
• Demonstrated experience in managing patient services and nursing staff in a private medical practice or community clinic.  
• Accounting skills to plan, prepare and analyze revenue and expense budgets.

Looking for a role that offers variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day? Join UCLA Health's Ambulatory Float Team as a Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse and support patients across 25+ specialties, including Primary Care, Pediatrics, specialty, and surgical practices. You'll provide patient care and clinical support across multiple ambulatory clinics while gaining experience with diverse patient populations and care teams throughout UCLA Health's ambulatory network.

We're seeking an adaptable, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you'll partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care, support clinic operations, and provide coverage across multiple practices based on staffing needs. No two days are the same, offering continuous opportunities to expand your clinical skills and experience.

As a full-time UCLA Health employee, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day, a nationally recognized retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, and 15 vacation days in your first year.

If you're flexible, dependable, and passionate about patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

Travel Requirements

Travel to all UCLA Health Ambulatory Community Clinics throughout Southern California is required, and you must be physically present at assigned worksites. Assignment locations are based on operational needs and are subject to change.

Although travel to all UCLA Health community practices is required, current staffing needs are primarily located in the Southwest Valley region, including:

• Thousand Oaks
• Westlake Village 
• Calabasas 
• West Hills 
• Ventura
• Simi Valley
• Agoura Hills

Salary Range: $38.54 Hourly - $50.84 Hourly 

Highly desired:

• Minimum of six months of experience working as an LVN in an outpatient ambulatory clinic or a similar healthcare setting.

The Wells Lab in the Department of Human Genetics is hiring a Staff Research Associate I (SRA I). We use human stem cell models to study gene-environment interactions in the developing human brain. The SRA I is expected to work independently and as part of the Wells Lab team, with minimal direct supervision following a training period. An ability to perform multiple, detail-oriented tasks accurately, reproducibly, and efficiently is required. Prior experience with cell culture and/or genomics library preparations is preferred.

Salary Range: $30.12 - $35.92 Hourly

Required:

• Knowledge of basic laboratory safety and protocol is highly desirable.
• Skilled in working with basic laboratory equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work in a team environment.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Knowledge to work with PCR, qRT-PCR, and CRISPR techniques.
• Knowledge to work with stem cell culture and neural induction techniques.
• Must be responsible and able to work independently, without close supervision.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends.
• Managing project computational space as well as and lab space and equipment.

Preferred:

• BS in Biology or closely related field.

The laboratory is dedicated to developing innovative cancer immunotherapies and is seeking a Staff Research Associate 2 to support both cutting-edge research and daily laboratory operations. This role will contribute to a variety of molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology studies, including cell culture, molecular cloning, flow cytometry, immune cell-based assays, and the isolation of cells from human blood and tissue samples. The position will play a key role in complex immunotherapy studies and in vivo T cell immunotherapy experiments utilizing the lab's novel induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) and T cell engineering platforms. A significant component of the role involves conducting mouse studies to model human immune responses, requiring hands-on experience with in vivo tumor models, immune assays, tumor and treatment injections, animal colony management, and related research techniques.

In addition to research responsibilities, the Staff Research Associate 2 will help maintain efficient laboratory operations by managing equipment and critical resources, monitoring laboratory inventory, placing and tracking orders, and supporting overall lab organization and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, maintain meticulous records, and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced research environment. Success in this role requires excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills, a commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive laboratory culture, and a willingness to assist with training laboratory members at all levels, including volunteers. Reliability, accountability, adaptability, and references from prior research experience are required.

Salary Range: $32.79 – $52.75 Hourly

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in molecular and cell biology, immunology, or related area.
• 1+ years’ experience with mouse in vivo experimental models (especially mouse tumor/treatment tail vein injections and tissue harvesting)
• Knowledge of molecular biology, cell biology, and basic immunology principles.
• Hands-on experience with standard laboratory techniques (e.g., cell culture, molecular cloning, flow cytometry).
• Demonstrated experience with mouse experiments (e.g., handling, basic procedures, experimental procedures including tail vein injections).
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot experiments and solve technical problems.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and following protocols.
• Ability to train and supervise students or junior lab members.
• Experience with primary human cell isolation from blood or tissue samples.
• Experience with advanced mouse techniques (e.g., tumor models, immune assays, injections, colony management).

Preferred:

• Familiarity with flow cytometry data analysis software.
• Experience with laboratory management tasks (inventory systems, ordering, equipment maintenance)
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to those outlined above.

The Staff Research Associate I (SRA I) will assist in preparation, management and daily use of critical laboratory resources including frozen human tissue bank, hybridomas and human cell line stocks.This position will entail the isolation of biological materials, (DNA, RNA and protein) from precious human tissues, cell lines and xenografts. High-quality management and cataloging of these resources using relational computer database will be required.The job will entail a large amount of tissue culture work, including cell maintenance type work, as well as cell proliferation assays. In addition, the position will require the generation of Western blots, PCR, RT-PCR assay, DNA gel electrophoresis, PCR product purification, DNA gel isolation, generation of expression vectors through molecular cloning, including DNA mini & maxiprep and restriction enzyme digestion. Generation of cell line clones through molecular cloning and lentiviral system will also be required.

Salary Range: $30.12 - $35.92 Hourly

All Required:

• Experience in in Biology, Microbiology or related area
• Demonstrated ability to set and meet internal deadlines, work independently, use judgment and make decisions.
• Ability to organize and update paperwork with supervision.
• Ability to Maintain proper usage of laboratory equipment.
• Experience in culture tissue procedures.
• Ability to perform gel electrophoresis.
• Ability to organize raw data into relevant formats such as PowerPoint slides.
• Ability to communicate well, work in a team environment organized and must be able to keep detailed notebook.
• Experience working with mouse xenograft models of cancer.
• Expertise monitoring of drug efficacy and toxicity of novel anti-cancer compounds.
• Experience preferred tissue culture, cell maintenance type work as well as cell proliferations assays.
• Experience with both two- and three-dimensional drug response assays.
• Skills in isolation of biological materials, (DNA, RNA and Protein) from precious human tissues and cell lines as well as the cataloging and management of resources using relational computer databases.

Under the direct supervision of the area supervisor, the Senior Animal Technician performs routine animal husbandry and/or cage wash tasks at the operative level, including Cage wash & Biosecurity & Hazard Containment (Haz Con) areas as needed.   Performs routine animal husbandry tasks including cleaning, watering, feeding, and grooming of common laboratory animals following department procedures and guidelines of the American Association of Laboratory Animal Sciences Manual for Laboratory Technicians; develops and implements proper processes, personnel training, equipment checks and maintenance, area maintenance, transportation of cages and caging accessories between buildings within campus, and serves as a backup for planed an unplanned employee absences. Under the direction of the area supervisor, conducts quality assurance checks in the assigned support areas to verify compliance with internal SOPs, as well as with UCLA and extramural regulations that govern cage wash operations in an animal care and use program.  Overtime may be required as well as holiday and weekend work.

Salary Range: $30.28 – 37.41 Hourly

Required:

• Required to hold valid California’s driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• Working knowledge of animal husbandry procedures sufficient to care for laboratory animals in an experimental environment attested by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at the ALAT level.
• Knowledge of habits and appearances of laboratory animals sufficient to notice deviations from normal.
• Skill in handling a variety of animals in a variety of situations sufficient to prevent injury or distress to the animal or self.
• Ability to lift 50 pound bags of feed, 60-70 pound animals and to push 200-300 pound cage racks of animals.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing materials and techniques sufficient to maintain a healthful environment.
• Skill in reading English and numbers to be able to follow instructions, maintain records and identify specific animals, and phrases to complete identification cards, and inventory forms.
• Knowledge and skills working with Microsoft Office and other basic processors
• Ability to speak on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain information and instructions, explain changes in animal behavior and appearances, and to communicate with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to euthanize rats and mice using CO2 chambers. Must be able to follow the procedures for euthanasia including the use of the CO2 chamber, as well as be able to ascertain that death has occurred. Knowledge of appropriate labeling and disposal of the animals euthanized, including bio-hazardous animals.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply the concept of contamination control practices including engineering, administrative, and procedural controls for the containment of pathogens, including disinfection, and waste handling methods, including work in Hazcon, biocontainment animal facilities up to BSL2 level with BSL3 practices.
• Knowledge of and ability to accurately follow all SOPs associated with a GLP study, including required by study protocol and GLP documentation procedures.
• Husbandry and cage wash services as operationally needed.

Preferred:

• American Association for Laboratory Animal Science certification at the ALAT level or higher.

Under supervision of the Animal Resources Manager, the Staff Research Associate 1 will provide technical and paraveterinary services. Major duties include but aren’t limited to assisting in breeding colony management and providing veterinary support services. 

Salary Range: $30.12 - $35.92 Hourly

Required:

• Abilitytocommunicateprofessionallyandcourteouslyonthephone,inpersonandbye-mail to a variety of people.
• Excellentinterpersonalskillstoeffectivelycommunicatewithfacultyandstaffthathave varying degrees of veterinary medical training.
• Abilitytocompletetasksinanorderlyandtimelyfashion.
• Ability to use or learn full capability of word processing software, e-mail, spreadsheets, the internet and other computer programs.
• Abilitytoworkaccuratelyandwithdetail.
• Abilitytoworkaspartofateam.
• Skillinwritingclearandconcisecorrespondence.
• Ability to euthanize rats and mice using CO2 chambers.Must be able to follow the procedures for euthanasia including the use of the CO2 chamber, as well as be able to ascertain that death has occurred.Knowledge of appropriate labeling and disposal of the animals euthanized, including bio-hazardous animals.
• KnowledgeofandabilitytoaccuratelyfollowallSOPsassociatedwithaGLPstudy, including required study procedures and GLP documentation procedures.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply the concept of contamination control practices including engineering, administrative, and procedural controls for the containment ofpathogens,including disinfection, and waste handling methods appropriate for work in bio-containment animal facilities up to BSL2 level with BSL3 practices.

Preferred:

• Associateorbachelor’sdegreeinrelatedfield.
• Skillincleaninglabandautoclavinginstruments.
• Knowledgeofmedicalterminology.
• Ability to recognize and describe signs of clinical disease or injury in laboratory mice and rats.
• Abilitytoeffectivelyhandleandrestrainratsandmice.
• Knowledgeofresearchanimalfacility.
• Knowledgeofrodentanatomy

• Support daily laboratory operations, including inventory management, supply ordering, and coordination of laboratory meetings
• Assist with onboarding laboratory volunteers and maintaining laboratory safety and compliance standards
• Coordinate human tissue specimen collection, processing, storage, and biobank activities
• Perform data entry and database management using RedCap and other research systems
• Support IRB compliance activities and maintain research documentation
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures, including routine monitoring and aseptic techniques
• Prepare tissue samples for research studies, including tissue sectioning using histological equipment such as cryostat
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment

• Experience with database management and data entry, preferably using RedCap or similar systems
• Knowledge of mammalian cell culture techniques and aseptic laboratory practices
• Ability to use histological equipment, including cryostats, for tissue preparation
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and proper handling of biological and chemical materials
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, researchers, students, and volunteers
• Ability to complete required university safety and research compliance training

• Currently pursuing or recently obtained a degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Physiology, or related field
• Knowledge of IRB regulations and human subjects research compliance
• Experience supporting laboratory administration, volunteer coordination, or research operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field, or relevant progressive leadership experience in a patient access organization.

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible healthcare operations, patient access, ambulatory operations, contact center, or related healthcare leadership experience. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams through accountability, coaching, engagement, and professional development.
• Three (3) years of direct supervisory experience leading frontline staff, with demonstrated professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence.
• Two (2) years of strong critical thinking and sound decision-making skills. Experience utilizing operational metrics and performance data to improve operational outcomes.
• Two (2) years of experience implementing operational or process improvement initiatives (via Lean, Six Sigma, or formal process improvement methodology), with project or change management experience.
• Two (2) years of ability and experience leading in a fast-paced, highly matrixed academic medical center or integrated health system, partnering with physicians, clinic leadership, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Two (2) years of experience supervising represented (unionized) employees.
• Lean certification (preferred)

Take on a rewarding role in a world-class health organization. The Operating Room Assistant II is under direct supervision of the Operating Room Assistant III lead, Clinical Specialist, Charge Nurse and RN circulator in the performance of job duties. The O.R. Assistant II is responsible for patient transport, cleaning of the operating room suites, and assistance to nursing staff in preparing patients for surgery, gathering supplies and equipment, maintenance of storage areas and performing necessary errands related to patient care. The incumbent also works closely with the Unit Secretary in carrying out activities related to the surgery schedule. The incumbent also takes direction from the circulating nurse for patient care needs.

 Salary Range: $29.44 hourly

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job: lift, carry, push or pull 50lbs. Or more, constant (80-90% of the time)
• Dexterity to operate equipment.
• Communication skills to take direction or instructions.
• Ability to articulate with a diverse and multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of potential exposure to injury of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of sterilizer’s functions, sterilizing parameters, equipment maintenance, sterility tests.
• Knowledge of disinfectants germicides, and sterilants.
• Knowledge of infection control, AORN, and AAMI standards related to job functions.
• Knowledge of government regulations: TJC, Title 22, OSHA, Medical Device Act, Waste Management, Sexual Harassment, and Patient’s Bill of Rights.

• Pharm D. degree and current CA Pharmacy license (required)
• ASHP-accredited residency (preferred)
• 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience (preferred)
• ACLS certification
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational and follow-through skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform age specific and disease specific pharmacokinetic calculations.
• Ability to compound intravenous admixtures and other sterile products.

As an Administrative Assistant II floater for the Department of Urology, responsibilities include checking patients in and out, collecting co-payments when appropriate, answering, screening and responding to patient phone calls, scheduling clinic appointments, confirming clinic appointments, assisting patients with scheduling diagnostic tests, preparing charts and documents for clinic visits, filing, process requests for medical records, routing medication refill requests, and assist with processing disability and return-to-work forms for patients. The AA II will travel and work at other UCLA Urology clinics throughout the community as assigned by the supervisor for coverage.