Laboratory Associate III Microbiology - Per Diem

Sutter Health

Livermore, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$36.28–$45.34 Per Hour
LOCATION
Livermore, CA
POSTED
6 days ago
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!


Organization:


SSL-Sutter Shared Lab-Bay


Position Overview:


Performs duties primarily in support of analyzing Laboratory quality control and patient specimens. Also performs quality assurance tasks related to the analytic phase of Laboratory work flow. Operates, maintains and does basic troubleshooting of Laboratory analyzers that perform testing classified as "waived" and "moderate complexity." Receives, handles and processes a variety of specimens for Laboratory testing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.


Job Description :


EDUCATION:


+ HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED)


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:


+ 2 years recent relevant experience


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:


+ Advanced knowledge and practices of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to: 1) ordering Laboratory testing and 2) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.

+ Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.

+ Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

+ 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 and 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

+ Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.

+ Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

+ Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

+ Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.


_T_ _h_ _ese Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development)._


Job Shift:


Days


Schedule:


Per Diem/Casual


Shift Hours:


8


Days of the Week:


Variable


Weekend Requirements:


Rotating Weekends


Benefits:


No


Unions:


No


Position Status:


Non-Exempt


Weekly Hours:


0


Employee Status:


Per Diem/Casual


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


Pay Range is $36.28 to $45.34 / hour


_The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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._

About the Company

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Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1921
WEBSITE
https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/