Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Float Pool
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Salary$66 – $93/hr
LocationSacramento; Davis; Roseville; Auburn; Vallejo
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 27, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor's degree in biology or related-field
CA Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
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
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
Ability to appropriately respond to fluctuations in volume, unexpected situations, shift-to-shift hand-offs, STAT test orders, specimen integrity issues, and regular review of pending logs
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
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes
Benefits
Health insurance
About the company
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento
Position Overview:
This position is a part of our fulfillment center float pool and will work assignments among several Sacramento Valley Sutter Health locations including Sacramento, Roseville, Auburn, Davis, and Vallejo.
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.
Responsibilities
Note: Assignments and scope of duties are consistent with type of CLS license
Job Description:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in biology or related-field
CA Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
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
Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to:
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.
Job Shift:
Evening/ Night
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
Every other Weekend
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
32
Employee Status:
Regular
Legal
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $66.15 to $92.61 / hour
The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider 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.