Clinical Laboratory Support Technician - Pathology Department (Secondary)

About the role

The clinical laboratory support technician supports cytology and pathology services by assisting with specimen collection, slide preparation, during on-site adequacy evaluation for fine needle aspiration (FNA), interventional radiology (IR), and operating room (OR) procedures. This role works closely with pathologists, pathology coordinators, radiologists, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality specimen handling and timely processing.

Responsibilities

• Sets up specimen collection and procedure support as permitted by regulations in those sections of the laboratory to which assigned.
• Performs the functions of a Laboratory Assistant or Posting/File Clerk as needed to include scanning reference testing into the HIS.
• Accepts only properly labeled specimens and requisitions for testing by established procedures.
• Completes stats and ASAPs within the required times.
• Assists with on-site support for FNA procedures in interventional radiology and OR settings.
• Prepares and maintains supplies for procedures (slides, fixatives, needles, containers).
• Ensures proper patient and specimen identification per protocol.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and clinical staff during procedures.
• Maintains sufficient inventory levels of supplies and reagents within the assigned section.
• during lulls in workload, uses time to restock supplies and reagents.
• Answers the phone in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner.
• Seeks to continually improve job skills by attending laboratory meetings and in-services.

Requirements

This position requires a High school graduate or equivalent and some college desirable. A Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) certificate or higher Phlebotomy (CPA) or Laboratory license (MLT/CLS) or Trainee License issued by the state of California is recommended. Four or more years’ experience as a California Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I or II) in an acute care hospital is preferred. Higher level licensure (MLT/CLS) qualifies in lieu of four years’ experience.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy skills required.
• Basic medical terminology, typing, math and computer skills.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal.

Skills

• Phlebotomy skills required.
• Basic medical terminology, typing, math and computer skills.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal.

Benefits

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Pay

Compensation Structure NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Schedule

Shift work and emergency relief based on business need. May include early mornings, extended hours, or on-call support depending on procedural volume.