Lab Assistant

Sutter Health • Santa Rosa, CA

410d • $28 - $35

About The Position

A Laboratory Assistant II at Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital is an introductory position in the Clinical Laboratory. The general duties that are completed by individuals in this job class include: 1) phlebotomy procedures on all ages of patients, 2) processing of specimens, 3) registry of patients/specimens, 4) ability to perform in Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital's Outpatient Drawing Station, 5) utilization of the hospital and laboratory information systems, 6) performance of duties in the Microbiology department, 7) performance of front desk duties, 8) assists in the inventory and supply needs of the laboratory. A Laboratory Assistant II must be able to perform under pressure and may be required to work any shift (depending on the department's needs and their training).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• Successful completion of phlebotomy training
• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
• Basic knowledge of Clinical Laboratory functions
• Demonstrated phlebotomy skills
• Good communication skills (both orally and in writing)
• Basic computer skills including word-processing, e-mail, and spreadsheets
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize workload in a stressful environment

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of recent experience as a Laboratory Assistant in an acute care hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures on patients of all ages
• Process specimens and register patients/specimens
• Utilize hospital and laboratory information systems
• Perform duties in the Microbiology department
• Handle front desk duties
• Assist in inventory and supply needs of the laboratory

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees