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Specimen Processor

$25.86 - $32.32 per hour

Sutter Health

Job Opportunity at Sutter Health

Performs duties primarily related to receiving, handling and processing specimens for Laboratory testing. Completes order entry of laboratory tests in the Lab Information System. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Also, performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

EDUCATION: HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Basic knowledge and practices of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to1) ordering Laboratory testing, and2) 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 timeframesWorkflow Management Knowledge of how to appropriately respond to:1) fluctuations in volume,2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failure,3) shift-to-shift hand-offs,4) STAT test orders,5) specimen integrity issues, and6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making. Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate basic and common deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements: One Weekend Shift a month

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $25.86 to $32.32 / 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.

Sutter Health
Vacancy posted 10 hours ago
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