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Laboratory Associate II

Sutter Health

Livermore, CAFull-time$35.59–49.82/hrPosted 2w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$35.59–49.82/hr
Location
Livermore, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Sutter Health is hiring a Laboratory Associate II. The Laboratory Associate II at Sutter Health performs receiving, handling, and processing of specimens for laboratory testing, including accessioning, basic post‑analytic tasks, and quality‑related documentation while adhering to regulations and maintaining a safe work area.

Key focus areas include Receive, sort, and accession specimens for laboratory testing, Perform basic post‑analytic tasks such as distributing reports and storing specimens, and Document work and maintain a clean, stocked, and safe work area.

Important skills include Advanced Knowledge Of Laboratory Testing, Specimen Handling, Workflow Management, Problem Solving, Communication, and Knowledge Of Regulations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Advanced Knowledge of Laboratory TestingSpecimen HandlingWorkflow ManagementProblem SolvingCommunicationKnowledge of Regulations

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED1 Year Recent Relevant Experience

Full job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SSL-Sutter Shared Lab-Bay

Position Overview:

Performs duties related to receiving, handling and processing specimens for Laboratory testing. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description :

Shift hours 2100-0530

Please note the hours for this role will be PM Shift 9:00pm - 5:30am

EDUCATION:

  • HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 1 year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Advanced knowledge and practices of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to: 1) ordering Laboratory testing and 2) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.

  • Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.

  • Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

  • Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to:1) fluctuations in volume. 2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure; 3) shift-to-shift hand-offs; 4) STAT test orders; 5) specimen integrity issues and 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

  • Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.

  • Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

  • Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

  • Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

Job Shift:

Nights

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $35.59 to $49.82 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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