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  • Medical Laboratory Technician - Part Time

    Stockton, California United States San Joaquin County, CA Part Time $35.29 - $42.89/hour Jun 12, 2025
    San Joaquin County Employer:

    San Joaquin County, CA

    San Joaquin County - Greatness Grows Here The County offers a unique opportunity to enjoy natural California beauty and nature, or music, arts and culture - from the waters of the Delta to the vast vineyards, San Joaquin County has it all. The region boasts some of the finest opportunities in the state for boating, fishing, camping, history-gathering, or just plain fun in the sun. For those times when a change of pace is desired, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park are all within 90 minutes of San Joaquin County. San Joaquin County is one of the most agriculturally rich regions in California. Twenty-four thousand acres of farmland are dedicated to the production of asparagus. Wine grapes are also a leading crop in the county and wineries and vineyards have sprung up from Stockton to Lodi. Lodi was named Wine Enthusiasts Wine Region of the Year in 2015. The regional arts and culture scene offers treasures such as the Haggin Museum, San Joaquin County Historical Museum, and the Children's Museum of Stockton. The Stockton Symphony, San Joaquin County Ballet, Bob Hope Theater, and Stockton Civic Center are popular venues for entertainment. San Joaquin County also has a robust educational environment. The County’s 17 school districts provide families with a wide array of choices for their children's educational development. The University of the Pacific, California State University, Stanislaus - Stockton Center, Humphreys College and School of Law, National University and San Joaquin Delta Community College offer a variety of choices for advanced education. Homes and apartments are plentiful and the median home price in the San Joaquin County is affordable compared to other nearby areas. Convenient, comfortable housing is available in most sections of the County. New homes abound in both the south and north area; historic homes are found primarily in central Stockton and downtown Lodi. COUNTY EMPLOYMENT One of the richest benefits offered to County employees is the opportunity to be a public servant and provide essential services to the constituents of San Joaquin County. Employees are proud that their hard work makes a difference in the community and receive great satisfaction that there is a link between their service and the betterment of the quality of life in San Joaquin County. The County provides career employment opportunities in many areas including law enforcement, social services, health services and many more. The County employees over 6,000 full time employees and serves a population of over 700,000 residents. The County operates a jail, hospital, children’s shelter, and several regional parks. There are many opportunities for career progression within San Joaquin County in the fields of accounting, clerical support, dispatching, medical records, hospital patient registration, social services, eligibility work, social service case management, public safety, and many other areas. Visit our website to see classification descriptions of positions and to seek information about County departments. COMPENSATION and BENEFITS In addition to competitive base salary, most full time positions will also offer a generous benefit package. In addition to the base salary, the County offers: Health, Dental and Vision plan coverage 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with some positions being offered a County matching contribution A Defined Benefit retirement plan with reciprocity with many public sector retirement systems including CalPERS. 125 Flex Benefits Plan 12 days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation Vacation leave ranging from 10 days a year up to 23 days depending on length of service 10-14 paid holidays per year Other benefits and compensation may be provided depending on the position A robust Employee Engage & Development Program

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    Job Description

    Introduction

    Copy of Medical Laboratory Technician by Employment Services Team

    TYPICAL DUTIES

    • Ensures accurate and timely result reporting on waived and moderately complex laboratory tests by performing test/instrument start up, calibration, instrument maintenance, correlation study, quality control, patient testing, results interpretation, and resolving/troubleshooting problems according to established procedures.
    • Assists in the quality assurance process through investigation, understanding the root cause of issues, and implementing process improvements in collaboration with supervisors and coworkers.
    • Maintains adequate inventory.
    • Assists with validation of new reagents, new controls, new tests, and new instruments in compliance with local, State, and Federal regulations.
    • May perform all related duties of lower level laboratory staff, such as laboratory assistant, as assigned.
    • May assist in training and orientation of new staff within the scope of work.
    • May perform other related duties as assigned.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    License : Possession of a Medical Laboratory Technician license issued by the State of California Department of Health.

    KNOWLEDGE

    Clinical terminology, methods and procedures; common laboratory equipment and accepted safety procedures including Standard Precautions; specimen requirements and stability; reading tests, identifying and evaluating standard and abnormal test reaction and/or results, understanding clinical significance of tests; methods of arithmetic calculations and measurements; Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.

    ABILITY

    Perform a wide variety of waived and moderately complex laboratory tests and procedures with skill and accuracy according to prescribed procedures; collect specimens from patients with skill, patience and tact; train others in technical laboratory procedures and equipment use; work effectively in a high volume, fast paced environment; follow written and oral technical directions; work effectively and in cooperation with organizations, departments, and staff; recognize and be sensitive to diverse cultural difference; maintain records and prepare technical, factual reports of test results; communicate with providers, staff, and clients effectively and professionally; promote excellence in customer service; perform work using related computer software.

    PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    Mobility- Frequent operating keyboard, standing for long periods, walking; occasional sitting for long periods, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, driving, climbing stairs; Lifting- Frequent lifting 5 pounds or less; occasional lifting 5 to 30 pounds; Vision- Frequent overall vision, eye/hand coordination, reading/close-up work, field of vision/peripheral; occasional color perception, depth perception; Dexterity- Frequent reaching, grasping, repetitive motion, writing; occasional holding; Hearing/Talking- Constant hearing normal speech; frequent hearing on the telephone, talking in person, talking on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological- Frequent decision-making, concentration, working alone; frequent public contact, occasional exposure to trauma, grief, death, exposure to hazardous materials; Special Requirements-may require working weekends/nights; working alone; Environmental Conditions- Frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, cold, heat (indoor), hazardous materials.

    San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

    Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

    San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

    BENEFITS

    Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

    Selection Procedures

    Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

    Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date.

    Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

    Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

    Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:
    • They are related to the Appointing Authority, or
    • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

    Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

    Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply Online:

    www.sjgov.org/department/hr

    By mail or in person:

    San Joaquin County Human Resources

    44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

    Stockton, CA 95202

    Office hours:
    Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

    Phone: (209) 468-3370

    Job Line:

    For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377.

    When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).

    San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

    Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo .


    Click on a link below to apply for this position:
    Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email, or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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