Per Diem Clinical Microbiology Lab Scientist, Rotating

Tenet Healthcare; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Per Diem Laboratory Technician to perform clinical lab tests, process specimens, and ensure accuracy of results in a hospital setting. The role supports the Laboratory Services Director and requires familiarity with QC procedures and instrument calibration.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in laboratory technology or related science and have California LIC, with at least one year of hospital lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in laboratory technology or related science.
• One year hospital laboratory experience preferred.
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License.

Responsibilities

• Processes samples and performs clinical laboratory tests per physician's request.
• Assures validity of test results.
• Applies criteria for specimen rejection.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Quality Control, calibration and standardization of instruments.
• Troubleshoots instruments and performs routine preventive maintenance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory computer system regarding ordering, reporting and verifying results.
• Is familiar with laws and regulations that apply to the laboratory.
• Participates in training of new employees.

Skills

Quality control

Instrument calibration

Specimen processing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory technology or related science

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Per Diem Laboratory Technician to perform clinical lab tests, process specimens, and ensure accuracy of results in a hospital setting. The role supports the Laboratory Services Director and requires familiarity with QC procedures and instrument calibration.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in laboratory technology or related science and have California LIC, with at least one year of hospital lab experience preferred.