Lab Associate III - Microbiology Per Diem

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: HS Diploma: 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: Nights Schedule: Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends 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 compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.