Perm - Technologist - Laboratory (Evenings)

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia

Castro Valley, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26–$32
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Blood Bank, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory, Coagulation, Compensation and Benefits, Data Collection, Data Entry, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, Hematology, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Systems, Laboratory Testing, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Long-Term Care, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Motor Control Systems, Order Picking/Packing, Phlebotomy, Physical Demands, Prescription Drugs, Professional License, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Specimen Collection, Testing, Vaccination, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Castro Valley, California
POSTED
14 days ago
Job Title: Mobile Point of Care Lab Technician (LVN, MLT, or CLS)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and autonomous Mobile Point of Care Lab Technician to perform waived laboratory testing and blood collection in a dynamic, field-based mobile setting. Serving long-term care and healthcare facilities, you will operate a delivery van to bring mobile lab services directly to areas requiring high-volume or STAT testing. This role offers excellent autonomy, a supportive team environment, and a clear path for professional development.

Shift & Daily Requirements:
  • Daily Fleet Routine:Must physically commute to the regional dispatch hub to pick up and return the company mobile lab van for every scheduled shift.
  • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Hourly Rate: $26.00 – $32.00/hour (commensurate with education and experience).
  • Financial Flexibility: Same-day pay advances are available (to be discussed during the interview).
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including Rx); Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA; Basic & Voluntary Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Mobile Lab Operations: Drive a designated company mobile lab van to facility locations to manage point-of-care testing and maintain strict turnaround times for the STAT board.
  • Laboratory Testing: Process and execute waived testing across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Molecular, and Coagulation disciplines under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager.
  • Quality Control: Check, record, and maintain strict quality control (QC) logs for each test run; instantly escalate anomalies or "rare and improbable" results to management.
  • Specimen Collection & Data Entry: Perform phlebotomy (venipuncture and capillary specimens), receive specimens from couriers, and accurately enter patient demographics and data into the laboratory information system.
  • Maintenance & Inventory: Perform routine maintenance on automated laboratory instrumentation, troubleshoot basic hardware/software glitches, and track reagent lot numbers to maintain compliance.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:
  • Professional License: Must hold an active California state license qualifying as testing personnel. Acceptable licenses are strictly limited to:
    • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
    • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).
    • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)(Note: Standalone Phlebotomist certifications are not accepted for this role).
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent [Required].
  • Driving Record: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history and a proven ability to safely operate a commercial delivery van [Required].
  • Health & Compliance: Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination/booster (or a documented and approved medical/religious exemption) [Required].
  • Experience: Strong familiarity with laboratory processes, workflows, and manual phlebotomy techniques [Preferred].

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Regular exposure to clinical environment hazards, including blood-borne pathogens, biological materials, and chemical reagents (full safety protocols and PPE training provided).
  • Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs frequently, alongside tasks requiring fine motor control, depth perception, and standard color vision accuracy.

About the Company

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MedlinkHealth Anesthesia