We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview:

May be required to perform tests in all areas of the Clinical Laboratory including, but not limited to: Blood bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis and limited Microbiology . Calibrates and naintains all Clinical Laboratory instruments. Troubleshoots all instruments and/or methods as needed. Performs all necessary record keeping, quality control surveillance and problem resolution on instruments and methods. Performs specimen processing and clerical functions as needed. Must be capable of performing efficiently under pressure and perform selected tests in a STAT time frame. In Blood Bank, must be capable of resolving antibody problems, ABO discrepancies, prepare components, select appropriate blood for transfusion, and identify and work up transfusion reactions.

Job Description:

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).

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

• Bachelor's

• OR Master's

• Other: One year internship in an approved Clinical Laboratory Scientist Program leading to licensure by the State of California

• - CLIA Specific

• - Each individual performing high complexity testing must;

• Possess a current license issued by the state in which the laboratory 1s located, if such licensing is required;

• and;

• Meet one of the following requirements :

• - Be a doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in the state in which the laboratory is located or have earned a doctoral, master's or bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution or

• - Have earned an associated degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or

• - Have previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990 (55 FR 9538), on or before February 28, 1992.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• MT-Medical Technologist preferred

• Current California Laboratory Technologist License required

• OR MD-Doctor of Medicine

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• Recent experience in a laboratory including Hematology, Blood Bank, and Chemistry

• Knowledge of an recent experience with automated analyzers including maintenance and troubleshooting

• Knowledge and understanding of quality control and necessary record keeping

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Good organizational skills

• Good communication skills

• Ability to prioritize work in a stressful environment. Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to absorb and accept changing regulations.

• Ability to training new CLS staff members, CLS students, and Laboratory Assistants

Job Shift:

Evenings

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

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 $66.36 to $82.88 / 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.