Hospital Lab Technician 1 - Evenings

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF in San Francisco seeks a Laboratory Support Technician to receive, label, and process specimens in the Clinical Laboratories, enter patient data, and respond to test inquiries. The role supports Total Lab Automation and the TUG delivery system, working with accuracy to ensure quality patient care.

Requires high school diploma or GED and lab experience; college science coursework is preferred. Knowledge of clinical terminology and strong data entry skills are valued; phlebotomy license is a

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED with lab science coursework.
• Communication skills to transmit data clearly to physicians and staff.
• Ability to work under pressure while handling specimens accurately.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process specimens for analysis in Clinical Laboratories.
• Input patient data into the computer and accession specimens.
• Answer telephone inquiries regarding test information and results.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and operate the Total Lab Automation system (TLA).
• Monitor and operate the TUG sample delivery system.
• Perform tasks efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college with science courses

California Phlebotomy CPT license (preferred)

Tools

Lab information system (LIS)

Typing

PC literacy

Job 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.

Job 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.

Qualifications

REQUIRED 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

About Us

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: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html