The Clinical Laboratory at Zuckerberg San Francisco General provides laboratory testing services for inpatients and outpatients of ZSFG, Laguna Honda Hospital, District Health Centers, and other facilities under the auspices of the SF Public Health Department. The primary responsibility of this position is pre-analytical laboratory testing procedures. Additional responsibilities include: 1) answering telephone inquiries for laboratory results, including critical results and laboratory-related questions, and instructing patients and healthcare providers for specimen collecting; 2) outpatient laboratory registration; 3) Phlebotomy.

The laboratory services described below are expected to be performed efficiently and accurately, and all University, ZSFG, and departmental policies are strictly adhered to. Errors in these laboratory services can be dangerous to patients and could be highly disruptive to the patient, the individuals caring for the patient, and the laboratory staff. This position performs all duties in a manner that denotes the team concept and reflects the UCSF and ZSFG mission, vision, and values. The Hospital Lab Technician 1 is required to follow all health and safety precautions and procedures as mandated by regulatory agencies and comply with all UC, ZSFG, and Clinical Laboratory policies.

For questions, please send an email to jhyme.laude@ucsf.edu.

Required Qualifications:

• Blood drawing experience
• Knowledge of medical/clinical laboratory terminology
• Ability to communicate clearly in the English language both verbally and in writing
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate a willingness to be a team player
• Demonstrate strong personal computer and typing skills
• Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science plus one year of experience in the kind of work to be performed; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S degree in biology or chemistry
• One year of appropriate clinical laboratory experience.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:

• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT 1)