Job Description
Job Summary
To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.
Essential Responsibilities
• 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 quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.
• 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.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
• 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 form all supervisors, leads and seniors.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Experience
Basic Qualifications:
• One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience.
Education
• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
• Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
Additional Requirements
• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.
• NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.
Preferred Qualifications
• Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
Notes
• Will rotate weekends and holidays per CBA
• This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.
• Temporary assignment is for VMS MOB.
• Will work all locations Lab operates in the WH and WV service area. Flexibility a must.
To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.
Essential Responsibilities
• 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 quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.
• 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.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
• 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 form all supervisors, leads and seniors.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Experience
Basic Qualifications:
• One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience.
Education
• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
• Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
Additional Requirements
• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.
• NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.
Preferred Qualifications
• Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
Notes
• Will rotate weekends and holidays per CBA
• This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.
• Temporary assignment is for VMS MOB.
• Will work all locations Lab operates in the WH and WV service area. Flexibility a must.
💡 Quick Summary
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Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Lab Technician / Pharmacist Jobs is a plus.
