Clinical Lab Tech

Sutter Health•Castro Valley, CA

1d•$39 - $49

About The Position

This is a non-licensed position that assists the Clinical Laboratory Scientist by performing laboratory procedures within the limits specified by California law. Duties include receiving and processing specimens, preparing sendouts, setting up microbiology cultures, performing instrument maintenance, and operating analyzers under the direction of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist. The Clinical Lab Technician must be able to perform EKGs and phlebotomy and hold at least CPT I certification. The role is part-time, limited-term (fixed-term), non-exempt, and based at Sutter Eden Medical Center. The schedule is varied, with 8-hour shifts, variable days, every other weekend, and 24 weekly hours. The hourly pay range is $39.04 to $48.73. Benefits are available, and the position is union-represented.

Requirements

Associate's degree in science or equivalent experience accepted in lieu of the degree.
CPT I (Certified Phlebotomy Technician I) certification.
CPT II (Certified Phlebotomy Technician II) certification.
Ability to perform EKGs and phlebotomy; at least CPT I certification is required.
Knowledge of a Laboratory Information System.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or biochemistry, or equivalent experience accepted in lieu of the degree.
Two years of working experience in a clinical or commercial laboratory, including six months of experience as a certified phlebotomist (CPT I).
Prior working experience as a laboratory technician.

Responsibilities

Assist the Clinical Laboratory Scientist with laboratory procedures within the limits specified by California law.
Receive and process specimens.
Prepare sendouts.
Set up microbiology cultures.
Perform instrument maintenance.
Operate analyzers under the direction of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
Perform EKGs and phlebotomy.