Clinical Lab Tech

Sutter Health•Castro Valley, CA

About The Position

This non-licensed position assists a 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 a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. The Clinical Lab Technician must be able to perform EKGs and phlebotomy and hold at least CPT I certification. The position is at Sutter Eden Medical Center. It is a limited-term, fixed-term, non-exempt role with a varied schedule and shift, 40 weekly hours, and every-other-weekend requirements. The listed pay range is $39.04 to $48.73 per hour; the range may differ based on the candidate’s work location. Starting pay considers factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

An associate degree in science or a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or biochemistry; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) certification at minimum; CPT II certification is also listed.
Ability to perform EKGs and phlebotomy.
Knowledge of a Laboratory Information System.

Nice To Haves

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.