LABORATORY ASSISTANT III

Description : Job Summary : Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, Sr.

Laboratory Assistant where applicable, frequently performs complex procedures defined for laboratory assistants in a Medical Center or in a Regional Laboratory Department.

Complex procedures, as applicable, includes plating and processing microbiology specimens and assisting in operating and maintaining automated and semi-automated test equipment under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person as authorized by the California lab law.

Other complex procedures may include problem solving, e.g., reviewing computer error lists and resolving clerical discrepancies.

May be required to draw blood.Essential Responsibilities : May direct, check, assign and coordinate the work of other Laboratory Assistants.

Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants. Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.

Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen. Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately. Informs physicians of released lab results.

Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens. Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.

May be required to register patients Perform other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities : This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Compliance Accountability : Grade 405 Basic Qualifications : Experience One year experience as a Laboratory Assistant required.

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician, (CPT) where applicable. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Education High School Diploma / GED. California Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), where applicable. License, Certification, Registration Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California) Additional Requirements : Preferred Qualifications : Primary Location : California,Berkeley,Berkeley Regional Lab - 1725 Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Shift : Evening Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start : 08 : 30 PM Working Hours End : 05 : 00 AM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A01SEIUUnited Healthworkers Job Level : Individual Contributor Department : Berkeley Regional Lab - 1701 - Pathology / Lab-Histology - 0206 Pay Range : $37.

21 - $39.09 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.

Travel : No At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do.

We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work.

Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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