Lab Technician - HIV/HCV Testing | Glide SF
Overview
You will own high-volume phlebotomy and CLIA testing for HIV, HCV, and STIs at GLIDE's low-barrier prevention programs, serving a diverse, high-risk population in San Francisco. You will operate as a test counselor, providing one-on-one risk reduction and linkage to care, and support research specimen handling under GCP protocols. Your work spans clinic, mobile, street, and SRO settings, with a focus on harm reduction and social justice. This role stands apart through its integration of testing, counseling, and community outreach.
What You'll Do10
- 1Perform high-volume venipuncture for STI testing, RNA confirmatory testing, and research specimens.
- 2Execute CLIA-waived and moderate complexity tests including rapid HIV, HCV, and syphilis assays.
- 3Process and prepare specimens for transport to off-site labs, maintaining sample integrity and safety standards.
- 4Deliver one-on-one risk reduction counseling and disclosure sessions for HIV, HCV, and STIs.
- 5Build rapport and address barriers to linkage for primary and HIV/HCV-specific care.
- 6Document client records in CTL and electronic case management systems with accuracy.
- 7Conduct treatment readiness assessments and provide education to eligible clients.
- 8Ensure regulatory compliance for research specimen collection, processing, and shipping per GCP.
- 9Maintain daily logs, temperature checks, and quality controls on all testing supplies and equipment.
- 10Facilitate street and venue-based testing at mobile sites, SROs, health fairs, and community events.
Requirements12
- 11-2 years of experience in HIV/HCV/STI prevention education, phlebotomy, or testing, or equivalent combination of education and direct service.
- 2California State Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT-1) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 3CA Rapid HIV/HCV Test Counselor certification strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 4BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
- 5Understanding of Harm Reduction as a public health model and social determinants of health.
- 6Experience with venue-based and street-based testing, including mobile testing, SROs, and health fairs.
- 7Experience working with people who use drugs (PWUD) and people living with HIV/HCV.
- 8Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques and counseling principles.
- 9Comfort working with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, with appropriate PPE.
- 10Valid California Driver's license in good standing strongly preferred.
- 11Bilingual in English and Spanish, Cantonese, Russian, or ASL a plus.
- 12Bachelor's degree in public health, clinical laboratory science, or related field a plus.
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