NorthBay Health·Fairfield, California
Supports cytology and pathology services by assisting with specimen collection and slide preparation during FNA, IR, and OR procedures. Ensures high-quality specimen handling and maintains necessary supplies to support diagnostic accuracy.
At NorthBay Health the clinical laboratory support technician supports cytology and pathology services by assisting with specimen collection, slide preparation, during on-site adequacy evaluation for fine needle aspiration (FNA), interventional radiology (IR), and operating room (OR) procedures. This role works closely with pathologists, pathology coordinators, radiologists, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality specimen handling and timely processing. This position plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality cytology specimens, which directly impacts diagnostic accuracy and patient care—especially in time-sensitive procedures like FNA and interventional oncology. Works under the supervision of the Supervisor, Manager, Laboratory Director, and Medical Director and under the direct supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist on duty.
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.
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Requires a high school diploma and a California Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I) certificate or higher laboratory license. Candidates typically need four or more years of experience as a phlebotomist in an acute care hospital.
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