Sutter Health·Modesto, California
Executes pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory procedures to provide accurate results for disease diagnosis and monitoring. Manages specimen collection, quality control, and high-complexity testing across multiple hospital locations in a float pool capacity.
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This position will be a part of the Sutter Health fulfillment center, which provides float pool staff within specific disciplines to multiple area hospital locations. The incumbents should be prepared to work at our hospitals in Modesto, Los Banos, and Tracy. Candidates will need to flexible on travel among locations.
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.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Biology or related-field
Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.
Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.
Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors
1) Fluctuations in volume. 2) Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information systems failure. 3) Shift-to-Shift hand-offs. 4) STAT test orders. 5) Specimen integrity issues. 6) Regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.
Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.
Fulfillment center assignment requirements: Memorial Medical Center, Modesto
Memorial Hospital, Los Banos
Shift Hours: 8
Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend
Weekly Hours: 32
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $66.15 to $92.61 / 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
Clinical Laboratory Scientist float pool roles in California are often in demand because hospitals and labs need coverage across multiple sites and shifts. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for a California CLS license, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and the flexibility to travel between locations such as Modesto, Los Banos, and Tracy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm whether your license, travel readiness, and lab background match the posting before applying.
