Performs venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing. Essential
Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quantity of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be preformed.
Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages. Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens.
Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Performs other duties as required including checking in patients, collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. Handles difficult patients in a professional manner.
Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors. Qualifications
Experience Please refer to Min Educ and Required Lics. Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) Additional
NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.
Job related college courses in the life sciences. Notes: This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months. Required to float to other MOBs.
Shifts may vary depending on operational needs. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM Working Hours End: 04:00 PM Job
Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Temporary Worker Location: Onsite Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399 Job Level: Entry Level Department: Lancaster/Antelope West MOB - Pathology/Lab-PermLab SysCoord - 0806
$29.52 - $32.54 / hour Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time