CRH Technician

ObGyn-REI-Core

Full Time

81478BR

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Division Chief, Lab Director and Lab Supervisor, the Center for Reproductive Health (CRH) Technician performs a variety of tasks within the Embryology Lab that include receiving, accessioning and distributing tissue samples, handling administrative cases, answering telephones, setting up frozen section areas, retrieving samples from the andrology lab, storing and discarding tissue samples. This position must be able to work variable schedules. The incumbent may also embed tissues and other duties in the lab. Other duties as assigned.

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).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences (Ob/Gyn & RS) is a major academic Department in the School of Medicine (SOM), engaged in clinical, research, and training activities at the Parnassus, Mt. Zion and San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) campuses, as well as satellite locations throughout the Bay Area, with an annual operating budget of $139 million and the new Betty Irene Moore Women's Hospital at Mission Bay. The Department has 102 full-time faculty, 136 other academic appointees, 39 post-doctoral fellows, 20 clinical fellows, 36 residents, 136 voluntary clinical faculty, and 266 staff. The mission of the UCSF Department of OBGYN & Reproductive Sciences is to improve the lives and health of all women through excellence, innovation and leadership in Patient Care, Scientific Discovery, Education, Advocacy. "Leading the way in women's health."

The Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Division and the REI Research Group (REIRG), within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, conducts clinical research relating to all aspects of fertility and reproduction, including specific disorders, such as menopause, infertility, endometrial dysfunction, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science or biological science; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences or biological science plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Successful completion of APeX registration training within the first 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of Windows applications.
• Ability to understand the complexities within a specialty department.
• Excellent data entry, word processing, spelling, grammar, and editing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities and perform well under pressure to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fertility including; medical terminology, general workflow, laboratory concepts and knowledge of specimen preparation.
• Completion of an approved clinical laboratory-training program, or at least 3 months documented training in any laboratory setting that provides the basic overview of laboratory operations - policies/procedures.
• Coursework in Biology.
• Previous experience working in Embryology or a medical laboratory environment.
• Working knowledge of electronic medical records system such as APeX, EPIC, Ideas or any other related medical database/platform.

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

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

008976 HOSP LAB TCHN 1

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

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

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday -Friday/standard business hours, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with occasional weekend