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Lab Technician

St Josephs Medical Center Stockton, California
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The posted compensation range of $36.89 - $41.49 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2026-494504 Employment Type Part Time w/o Benefits Department Laboratory Services Hours/Pay Period 16 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule 06:00-14:30 and 14:00-22:30 and 22:00-06:30 Remote No Category Laboratory

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Lab Technician, you will help clinical teams and patients receive accurate and timely diagnostic results so they can achieve better health outcomes and effective treatment plans.

Every day you will process biological specimens and operate automated laboratory equipment. You will be expected to maintain high quality control standards, ensure specimen integrity, and follow strict safety protocols to support the accuracy of laboratory testing.

To be successful in this role you will possess strong technical analytical skills, demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and maintain a rigorous attention to detail while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

  • Perform specimen collection and processing, including venipuncture and blood cultures, ensuring accurate identification and handling.
  • Operate and maintain automated laboratory equipment and information systems to provide consistent and reliable test results.
  • Monitor quality control and analyze pre-analytical factors to ensure all procedures meet strict regulatory standards.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and cross-shift team members to ensure the continuity of patient care.
  • Train new staff members, serve as a technical resource, and manage department inventory and supplies with a focus on cost-saving.
  • Resolve technical problems as they arise and strictly adhere to all hospital safety, ethical, and confidentiality policies.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelors degree in a field relevant to clinical laboratory science which includes 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of chemistry and 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of biology or microbiology OR

  • Associates degree at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) including 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of chemistry and 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of biology or microbiology, and five years full-time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in OR

  • HS Diploma and ten years full-time acceptable clinical laboratory experience in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology or Immunology within the last 15 years and demonstration of competency.

  • Valid California Driver's License

Preferred

  • Experience working with computers and automated laboratory instrumentation.
Where You'll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

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