Hospital Lab Technician 1 - Days

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health in San Francisco seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to receive, label, and process specimens, input patient data, and answer test-related inquiries. You will operate Total Lab Automation and the TUG sample delivery system to support accurate patient diagnostics.

Applicants should have either a high school diploma with laboratory experience or college coursework in sciences, plus strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. California Phlebotomy CPT license preferred.

Qualifications

• Must speak and write clearly to convey laboratory data and communicate with physicians and staff.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and patient-care mindset.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process specimens for analysis.
• Input patient data into the computer and accession specimens.
• Answer telephone inquiries regarding test information and results.
• Operate and troubleshoot Total Lab Automation system.
• Monitor the TUG sample delivery system.
• Perform tasks efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision to ensure good patient care.

Skills

Communication

Work under pressure

Data entry/computer experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED + lab experience

Two years college with science courses + 1 year lab experience

California Phlebotomy CPT license (preferred)

Job description

Description & RequirementsJob Description

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To receive, label, and process specimens received for analysis in the Clinical Laboratories, to input patient data into the computer, answer telephone inquiries regarding test information and results, and accession (enter) specimens. To maintain, troubleshoot and operate (TLA) Total Lab Automation system. To monitor and operate TUG sample delivery system. Must be able to perform all tasks well without supervision in an efficient and accurate manner to ensure good patient care.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• - Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical, or social sciences, and one year of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• - Must speak and write clearly and be readily understood so as to permit accurate transmission of laboratory data, messages, etc., in order to communicate effectively with physicians, requesting departments, and other staff.
• - Must be able to work well under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• - Knowledge of a clinical lab setting and medical terminology preferred.
• - Typing and computer experience preferred.
• - Valid California Phlebotomy CPT license preferred.

License / CertificationCertified Phlebotomy Tech IAbout UCSFThe 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 ValuesUCSF 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 about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO StatementThe 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.