Laboratory Associate III Gen Lab - Per Diem at Sutter Health

, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

45.34

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Testing, Quality Control, Specimen Handling, Analytic Phase, Quality Assurance, Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Workflow Management, Regulatory Knowledge, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Time Management, Data Analysis, Report Distribution, Specimen Integrity

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Description

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: 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. These 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: Evenings Schedule: Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: As Needed 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Associate III performs duties in support of analyzing laboratory quality control and patient specimens, including operating and maintaining laboratory analyzers. They also handle and process a variety of specimens and perform post-analytic tasks while adhering to regulations and ensuring optimal patient care.