Sutter Health·Livermore, California
Responsible for receiving, sorting, and processing biological specimens for laboratory testing while ensuring proper pre-analytic and post-analytic workflows. Maintains a safe work area and adheres to regulatory codes to ensure patient privacy and safety.
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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.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• 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
Monday - Friday
Weekly Hours: 40
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 openings typically reflect steady demand in healthcare settings that rely on timely specimen processing and STAT support. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for recent specimen-handling experience, advanced lab-process knowledge, and the ability to keep pace with changing workloads. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your recent lab experience and readiness for fast turnaround work before applying.