About this role
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Organization
CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness
Position Overview
Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA).
If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing.
Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of CLS license
Job Description
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree provided prior to start date
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
- CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.
Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.
Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors
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.
- 6) Regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.
Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.
Job Shift
Varied
Schedule
Part Time
Shift Hours
8
Days of the Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
As Needed
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
20
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $69.88 to $97.82 / 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.