Hospital Lab Technician - Part Time

About the role

Under supervision, the Hospital Laboratory Technician 1 PD performs repetitive, technical laboratory procedures that require special training and skill, typically with a theoretical background in one scientific field. Incumbents usually perform duties of limited variety and work under close technical supervision in their initial assignments.

• Receive, label, and process specimens for analysis in the Clinical Laboratories
• Input patient data into the computer
• Answer telephone inquiries regarding test information and results
• Accession (enter) specimens
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and operate the Total Lab Automation (TLA) system
• Monitor and operate the TUG sample delivery system

Must be able to perform all tasks efficiently and accurately without supervision to ensure good patient care.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma
• 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
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
• Ability to speak and write clearly to permit accurate transmission of laboratory data, messages, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, requesting departments, and other staff
• Ability to work well under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

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

About Us

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.

UCSF brings together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health and is home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging, and stem cells.

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. UCSF is committed to equity in both how we deliver care and in our workforce, building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Pay

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Placement within the salary range is dependent on factors including work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions 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: UCnet Benefits.