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University of California - San Francisco

Hospital Lab Technician I - Bronchoscopy

University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Hospital Lab Technician I - Bronchoscopy

Cardiovascular Research InstituteFull Time80311BRJob Summary

The bronchoscopy technician is an essential team member of the Bronchoscopy Service. The technician is fully responsible for performing all of the key responsibilities listed below, including setting up the equipment prior to the procedures, providing local anesthesia to the patient, assisting the bronchoscopist with handling of procedure instruments, collection of samples, and cleaning up after the procedures. In addition, the bronchoscopy technician generates reports, bills and maintains inventory of all equipment and disposable supplies. The Bronchoscopy Service is a procedural unit of the Adult Pulmonary Laboratories, CVRI and the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division. It provides the equipment, supplies, and trained technical personnel to assist the Pulmonary Attending Physicians and Interventional Pulmonologists when they perform bronchoscopies. These procedures may be conducted as part of the clinical evaluation and/or treatment of patients seen on the Inpatient Consult Service, the Lung Transplant Service and the Interventional Pulmonology Medicine Service. These procedures are also conducted as part of certain clinical research protocols carried out by the Pulmonary Attending Physicians. The service also provides training for medical residents and Pulmonary Fellows during their rotations on the Pulmonary Service at Moffitt-Long Hospitals.The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $37.74 - $47.11 (Hourly Rate).Department Description

The primary mission of the Cardiovascular Research Institute, the largest organized research unit on the San Francisco campus, is to promote fundamental and clinical research on the cardiovascular and pulmonary respiratory systems and to provide opportunities for postdoctoral training in these fields. The Cardiovascular Research Institute supports academic and non-academic staff from a variety of departments including Medicine, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Laboratory Medicine, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Anesthesia, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology, and Physiology.Required Qualifications

BA/BS in Biological Sciences or another applicable natural science major; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Prior experience working with (extremely ill) patients in a hospital or clinic setting.Maintain environmental health and safety training, HIPAA training.Excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written.Ability to deal with a variety of people, including (extremely ill) patients.Ability to multitask.Ability to work closely with other employees.Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and in a team setting.Able to communicate effectively with patients and be sensitive to their needs.Ability to adapt to multiple demands/high volume work environment.Ability to perform local anesthesia to patients.Ability to assist with handling biopsy forceps, brushes and biopsy needles.Ability to push a heavy cart containing equipment and supplies.Preferred Qualifications

Ability to use statistics.Ability to work with a variety of personalities.About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Organization

CampusJob Code and Payroll Title

008976 HOSP LAB TCHN 1Job Category

Clinical LabsBargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)Employee Class

CareerPercentage

100%Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)Shift

DaysShift Length

8 HoursAdditional Shift Details

Monday - Friday

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