Laboratory Assistant

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

• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
• OR CPTII-Certified Phlebotomy Technician 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

Number of Openings:

1

This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.

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

Pay Range is $26.65 to $32.44 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.