Job Description

Job type: Per Diem

Shift: Rotate

Hours:

Reporting to the Director of Laboratory Services, this person has the technical ability to perform clinical laboratory tests in departments assigned by management and has the ability to process specimens.

The following are essential job accountabilities:

• Processes samples and performs clinical laboratory tests per physician’s request.
• Assures validity of test results.
• Applies criteria for specimen rejection.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Quality Control, calibration and standardization of instruments.
• Exercises good judgment and proper interpretation of Quality Control data and assumes responsibility for decisions.
• Trouble-shoots instruments and performs routine preventive maintenance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory computer system regarding ordering, reporting and verifying results and downtime computer procedures.
• Is familiar with laws and regulations that apply to the laboratory.
• Participates in training of new employees.
• Utilizes age-specific knowledge when interacting with neonate, adolescent, geriatric, adult patient population and/or family members, i.e., communicates at appropriate level and appropriate way for the age, (i.e., verbal return for geriatric patients). Additionally, assures use of age specific knowledge to perform testing duties, ( i.e., utilizing heel stick for blood draw on neonate, etc.)

Other Position Accountabilities

• Completes.edu’s and other required hospital education by the due date.
• Adheres to SRRMC Behavior Standards.
• Complies with San Ramon Regional Medical Center Policies/Procedures protecting patient information and the confidentiality of the information in accordance with the Federal and State regulations.
• Sets up quality control standardization and calibration procedures that monitor instruments applying acceptability criteria.
• Executes predefined plans of action in response to quality control and documents actions.
• Troubleshoots malfunctioning test systems/instruments.
• Performs inventories and maintains reasonable supplies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education: Possesses a Bachelor’s Degree in laboratory technology or related science

Minimum Experience/Skills: One (1) year recent experience in a hospital laboratory

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

Physical Demands:

• Per Job Functional Match description

Vision Requirements:

• Ability to read printed material and gauges, etc. clearly and accurately
• Use of corrective lenses required if such lenses are needed to perform work correctly

Working Conditions:

• Regularly exposed to the risk of contagious and bloodborne diseases Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
• Emergency and crisis situations Exposure to biohazardous materials
• Occasional to moderate pressure due to multiple phone call and inquiries

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San Ramon Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At San Ramon Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status