Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Prime Healthcare•Lynwood, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Francis Medical Center is a leading comprehensive healthcare institution in Los Angeles, providing vital healthcare services to the community. It is recognized for its full range of diagnostic and treatment services in various specialties and offers a broad array of education and outreach programs. St. Francis Medical Center holds designations as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, STEMI Receiving Center, ED Approved for Pediatrics, Geriatric ED, Level III Neonatal ICU, and Level II Trauma Center. The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) primarily performs skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimen collection for laboratory analysis, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director/Manager/Supervisor. This role requires meeting regulatory requirements for clinical laboratory work in California.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.
Current and valid state certification as a CPT I, required.
BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for blood specimen collection.
Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
Possess adequate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
Demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette.
Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and equipment use for all age groups.
Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens.
Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
Stock routine supplies.
Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation.
Assist with picking up samples at the hospital/OR, sorting samples for analysis, and putting away samples.
Assist with pathology, inventory, replenishing supplies, ordering supplies, mail pick up/delivery, faxing, answering the phone, and product deliveries.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the department manager/director.