Hospital Laboratory Technician 2 - Nights

General Information

Job Name Hospital Laboratory Technician 2 - Nights Department 7500030 - CLNCL LAB MICROBIOLOGY SFMED Position type Full Time Workplace Fully On-Site Primary Location San Francisco, CA, United States Job ID 4013

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Performs receptionist, clerical, and specimen processing duties in the Microbiology section of the Clinical Laboratory. Receptionist duties include answering phones and interacting with couriers and other medical personnel during specimen drop off. Clerical duties include input of patient and specimen information into the laboratory computer for the accurate processing of specimens. Specimen processing duties include preparation and staining of slide preparations for microscopic examination, and making primary inoculations of specimens onto appropriate culture media. In addition, the employee provides laboratory maintenance support through cleaning of equipment, operation of autoclave, washing glassware, and unpacking/stocking of laboratory supplies. Other duties performed under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) include processing stool specimens for ova and parasite examination using formalin/ethyl-acetate concentration technique, processing specimens for acid-fast bacilli using digestion-decontamination procedures, loading specimens on instruments, and performing instrument preventative maintenance, and maintaining necessary level of supplies and/or reagents and assisting supervisors with maintaining an updated version of procedures.

In accordance with California Business and Professions Code Section 1269 unlicensed persons in the UCSF Clinical Laboratories shall adhere to the following:

Unlicensed personnel in the UCSF Clinical laboratories may perform the following functions

1. Biological specimen collection (except phlebotomy unless certified to do so), including patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, and transportation and storage of specimens.
2. Assisting a licensed physician and surgeon or CLS in a licensed clinical laboratory.
3. Assisting in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
4. Preparation and storage of reagents and culture media.
5. Assisting in the performance of quality control procedures.
6. In the case of qualitative and semi-quantitative "spot, tablet, or stick" tests, the personnel may add the test reagent to the specimen or vice versa, but may not read or record the results.
7. In the case of microbiological tests, the unlicensed laboratory personnel may make primary inoculations of test material onto appropriate culture media, stain slide preparations for microscopic examination, and subculture from liquid media.

Unlicensed UCSF Clinical Laboratory personnel shall NOT do any of the following

1. Record test results, but he or she may transcribe results that have been previously recorded, either manually by a physician and surgeon or personnel licensed under this chapter, or automatically by a testing instrument.
2. Perform any test or part thereof that involves the quantitative measurement of the specimen or test reagent, or any mathematical calculation relative to determining the results or the validity of a test procedure.
3. Perform any phase of clinical laboratory tests or examinations in the specialty of immunohematology beyond initial collection and centrifugation.
4. Standardizing or calibrating an instrument or assessing its performance by monitoring results of appropriate standards and control.
5. Reading or recording test results, except that the personnel may transcribe results that have been previously recorded automatically by a testing instrument.
6. Quantitatively measuring any sample or reagents unless done automatically by the instrument in the course of its normal operation or by the use of previously calibrated and approved automatic syringes or other dispensers.

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations - Graduation from college with coursework in biological sciences, or two years of college with some coursework in natural, physical, or social sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience - One to two years of experience working in a clinical microbiology laboratory, or equivalent college level microbiology laboratory coursework - Demonstrated knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position - Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with physicians, requesting departments, and other staff including ability to clearly explain complex medical information in both verbal and written form - Ability to work well under pressure PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Previous knowledge of and experience in a clinical lab setting, and medical terminology - Phlebotomy license - Understanding of basic microbiology and sterile techniques - Recent microbiology experience in a high volume laboratory - Familiarity with PC; Windows About UCSF 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. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values 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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code HOSP LAB TCHN 2 (008975) Assignment Category Career IAP Level Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800) Job Family Clinical Laboratory Services Campus 1 China Basin (SF) Percentage (%) 100.00 Shift Length 8 hours Shift Type Night Bargaining Unit EX Additional Shift Details 8:00pm-4:30am