ABOUT MARINHEALTH a UCSF Affiliate

Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth! Ranked in the top 3% of general hospitals in the country, we have made great strides since returning to our roots as an independent hospital. As Marin County’s only acute hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential health care services, it is our mission—and our passion—to excel in every medical specialty. We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the resources and medical sophistication of an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital. We have an exceptionally collaborative team that adheres to the highest service excellence standards to ensure that we deliver world-class, personalized care to patients. Our Joint-Commission accredited hospital has won numerous awards and certifications in delivering best-in-class health care in the San Francisco Bay Area.

WHAT WE OFFER

MarinHealth offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans). Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately. Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area! Find your healing place at MarinHealth.

External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federal, state & local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform clinical laboratory procedures

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

Must have a BA/BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science, or other related science.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of completed pre-licensure training in California State Department Public Health accredited training program
• Minimum of three years of general laboratory experience in a hospital or acute care setting or three (3) continuous years with MarinHealth Medical Center.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Ability to work in teams in which all members are mutually accountable
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members, hospital staff, patients, and physicians
• Willingness and ability to be trained in more than one laboratory discipline
• Capable of organizing multiple tasks, using time management skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer knowledge with the ability to do data entry and retrieval
• Knowledge of blood/body fluid precautions
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, speak, write, understand and follow English verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrated technical proficiency
• Ability to delegate and direct others in the performance of laboratory procedures
• Must demonstrate the desire to further their knowledge in laboratory science and the willingness to accept additional responsibilities such as but not limited to staff development (e.g. training, in-service, internships, new technology evaluation, assist in test validation, teaching, resource person, etc.).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)

• Responsible for ensuring duties of assigned shift or work area are completed, working with other staff to adjust workload as necessary
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of hospital polices and department policies and procedures. Responsible for performing job within the parameters of these policies and procedures: the following examples are not inclusive of all policies:
• Follow all appropriate Blood and Body Fluid Precautions
• Comply with laboratory quality control program
• Maintaining records
• Follow turnaround time policies
• Use computer for data entry and information retrieval
• Handle and process lab specimens
• Perform test procedures specific to assigned section
• Check test results for validity
• Responsible for maintenance, calibration, and assessing accuracy and reproducibility of instrumentation
• Keep equipment and work area clean and safe for use
• Participate in competency testing and training
• Participate in Proficiency Testing (CAP surveys)
• Keep adequate stock of supplies in work area
• Responsible for the operation of the assigned work area
• Direct and instruct others in the performance of laboratory procedures
• Responsible for routine care and maintenance of equipment in assigned work area or program i.e. safety, POC
• Participate in the following:

• Quality Control Programs
• Proficiency Testing Program
• Competency Testing Program
• Training Program

• Assist in the development, review, and revision of procedures for testing and instrumentation.

SECONDARY (modifiable)

1. Other duties as assigned

At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community. As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law.The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on the individual’s skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications.This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position.Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy.Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.