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Hospital Lab Assistant 2 - Per Diem

$83.22k

UCSF

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Laboratory at Zuckerberg San Francisco General provides laboratory testing services for inpatients and outpatients of ZSFG, Laguna Honda Hospital, District Health Centers and other facilities under the auspices of the SF Public Health Department. This position performs phlebotomy on outpatients using established venipuncture techniques and procedures. Responsibilities include giving instructions to patients and healthcare providers for specimen collection. Perform clerical duties as needed. This position performs all duties in a manner that denotes the team concept and reflects the UCSF and ZSFG mission, vision and values.

Responsibilities

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

%

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

70

Yes

Phlebotomy and specimen collection following standards of proper identification, knowledge of tube and volume requirements, proper specimen labeling, evaluating equipment used to best obtain blood specimens.

  1. Uses established blood draw techniques including venipuncture site identification and preparation. Skillfully uses appropriate equipment and employs post-venipuncture care.

  2. Administers glucose drink for glucose tolerance or post-loading tests. Determines collection time(s) and properly collects/stores timed and labeled sequential blood draws for glucose tolerance and other special collection procedures (i.e., ammonia).

  3. Provides specimen containers and gives instructions for the collection of random urine, clean catch urine, 24-hour urine collections (with or without preservatives), sputum, stool and AFB specimen for bacteriology and parasitology.

  4. All specimens for the Blood Bank must be dated and legibly signed by the person who obtained the blood.

  5. Collects appropriate specimens for blood culture including AFB, fungal or viral analysis. Carefully selects sites and cleans the site as appropriate for blood culture collection.

  6. Uses safety collection devices. Adheres to SFGH Infection Control policy regarding proper health and safety requirements.

  7. Stocks the blood drawing station/carts.

  8. Refers to the Clinical Lab Manual as a resource whenever additional information is needed.

10

No

Assists in miscellaneous clerical duties as assigned including computer entry. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Adheres to laboratory safety policies.

20

No

Specimen receipt – Prioritization of blood, urine, stool, and body fluid specimen as they are delivered to the laboratory, based on ordered priority or stability requirements, as STAT, ASAP, or routine.

  • Removes specimen from biohazard bags and arranges in color coded laboratory racks according to priority guidelines.

  • Uses pneumatic tube system for sending and receiving specimen. Communicate with a Supervisor and engineering when there are issues with the pneumatic tube

100%

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of medical/clinical laboratory terminology
  • High school graduation or GED, and two years of appropriate experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:

  • California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT1) license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate willingness to be a team player
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of computers

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:

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