Certified Phlebotomist Technician (CPT I)

Prime Healthcare • Redding, CA

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About The Position

Shasta Regional Medical Center is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) to collect blood specimens from patients of all ages for clinical laboratory analysis. The position works under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor and must meet applicable California or state regulatory certification requirements. The technician also supports specimen processing and laboratory operations, including clerical duties, stocking supplies, maintaining work areas, and assisting with additional department tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid state certification as a CPT I.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
• Understand terminology for tests ordered in the laboratory.
• Communicate effectively and use proper telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors.
• Use proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborns through geriatric patients.
• Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
• Prepare specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock routine supplies and maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
• Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation according to established policies and procedures.
• As needed, pick up samples at the hospital or operating room, assist laboratory specialties with sorting and storing samples, assist pathology, manage inventory, replenish and order supplies, handle mail pickup and delivery, fax, answer phones, and receive product deliveries.
• Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED