Laboratory Assistant

About the job

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

Organization:

SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

Position Overview:

Performs a variety of clerical and technical tasks associated with the pre and post-analytic phases of the laboratory work flow.

Job Description:

EDUCATION Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

Other: Post-high school course work related to the medical field (e.g. medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, etc.) is preferred.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

Experience in one or more of the following: phlebotomy, specimen processing or clerical (lab preferred).

Proficiency in laboratory and/or hospital information systems is highly desirable.

Patient contact in a hospital setting is preferred.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory operations is required.

General knowledge of blood borne pathogens and lab safety is preferred.

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a complex fast-paced environment and take appropriate actions in emergent situations.

Must be able to work within established time frames with attention to detail and accuracy.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

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

Pay Range is $29.96 to $36.47 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider 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.