Sutter Health·Livermore, California
Executes pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory procedures to provide accurate results for disease diagnosis and treatment. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen processing, and high-complexity testing in accordance with CLIA regulations.
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Executes procedures in assigned areas of the Laboratory to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Maintains competence to perform pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease.
Performs a variety of basic and complex Laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, quality control, quality assurance, and waived, moderate or high complexity testing (as classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments - CLIA).
If assigned to the Transfusion Service, performs moderate or high complexity testing and other duties such as blood inventory management, blood product preparation, and issuing blood products for transfusion.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing.
• Bachelor's degree provided prior to start date
• CLSL-CA Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist provided prior to start date
• 2 years recent relevant experience.
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
Shift Hours: 8
Weekly Hours: 0
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $69.88 to $97.82 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Market context
In California, per diem Clinical Lab Scientist roles often draw interest because hospitals and reference labs need flexible coverage for shifts, weekends, and leave gaps. Competition can be strong for candidates with a bachelor’s degree, CLSL-CA certification, and recent clinical laboratory experience, especially when employers want someone ready to work across core lab functions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification, recent experience, and schedule availability before applying.
