Sutter Health·Livermore, California
Responsible for receiving, sorting, and processing biological specimens for laboratory testing while managing pre-analytic and post-analytic workflows. Ensures quality control through documentation and adherence to safety and privacy regulations.
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Performs duties related to receiving, handling and processing specimens for Laboratory testing.
Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow.
Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens.
Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work.
Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
• 1 year 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 $34.55 to $43.18 / 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, Lab Associate II per diem roles often see steady demand because labs need flexible coverage for specimen handling, STAT orders, and shifting patient volumes. These roles are competitive when candidates can show recent lab experience, strong organization, and comfort working quickly under changing workloads. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your recent specimen-handling experience and readiness for per diem scheduling before applying.