Perm - Technologist - Laboratory (Evenings)

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia

Castro Valley, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26–$32
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Blood Bank, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory, Coagulation, Compensation and Benefits, Data Collection, Data Entry, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, Hematology, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Systems, Laboratory Testing, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Long-Term Care, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Motor Control Systems, Order Picking/Packing, Phlebotomy, Physical Demands, Prescription Drugs, Professional License, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Specimen Collection, Testing, Vaccination, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Castro Valley, California
POSTED
5 days ago
Job Title: Mobile Point of Care Lab Technician (LVN, MLT, or CLS)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and autonomous Mobile Point of Care Lab Technician to perform waived laboratory testing and blood collection in a dynamic, field-based mobile setting. Serving long-term care and healthcare facilities, you will operate a delivery van to bring mobile lab services directly to areas requiring high-volume or STAT testing. This role offers excellent autonomy, a supportive team environment, and a clear path for professional development.

Shift & Daily Requirements:
  • Daily Fleet Routine:Must physically commute to the regional dispatch hub to pick up and return the company mobile lab van for every scheduled shift.
  • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Hourly Rate: $26.00 – $32.00/hour (commensurate with education and experience).
  • Financial Flexibility: Same-day pay advances are available (to be discussed during the interview).
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including Rx); Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA; Basic & Voluntary Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Mobile Lab Operations: Drive a designated company mobile lab van to facility locations to manage point-of-care testing and maintain strict turnaround times for the STAT board.
  • Laboratory Testing: Process and execute waived testing across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular, and Coagulation disciplines under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager.
  • Quality Control: Check, record, and maintain strict quality control (QC) logs for each test run; instantly escalate anomalies or "rare and improbable" results to management.
  • Specimen Collection & Data Entry: Perform phlebotomy (venipuncture and capillary specimens), receive specimens from couriers, and accurately enter patient demographics and data into the laboratory information system.
  • Maintenance & Inventory: Perform routine maintenance on automated laboratory instrumentation, troubleshoot basic hardware/software glitches, and track reagent lot numbers to maintain compliance.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:
  • Professional License: Must hold an active California state license qualifying as testing personnel. Acceptable licenses are strictly limited to:
    • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
    • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).
    • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)(Note: Standalone Phlebotomist certifications are not accepted for this role).
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent [Required].
  • Driving Record: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history and a proven ability to safely operate a commercial delivery van [Required].
  • Health & Compliance: Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination/booster (or a documented and approved medical/religious exemption) [Required].
  • Experience: Strong familiarity with laboratory processes, workflows, and manual phlebotomy techniques [Preferred].

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Regular exposure to clinical environment hazards, including blood-borne pathogens, biological materials, and chemical reagents (full safety protocols and PPE training provided).
  • Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs frequently, alongside tasks requiring fine motor control, depth perception, and standard color vision accuracy.

About the Company

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MedlinkHealth Anesthesia