Laboratory Assistant

Organization:SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith HospitalPosition Overview:Performs a variety of clerical and technical tasks associated with the pre and post-analytic phases of the laboratory work flow.Job Description :EDUCATIONEquivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.HS Diploma or equivalent education/experienceOther: Post-high school course work related to the medical field (e.g. medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, etc.) is preferred.CERTIFICATION & LICENSURECA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or IIPREFERRED 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 KNOWLEDGEKnowledge 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.Pay Range: $25.36-$30.88The 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.Job Shift:VariedSchedule:Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Rotating WeekendsBenefits:NoUnions:YesPosition Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:0Employee Status:Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.