Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I) - Clinical Lab

Prime Healthcare•Montclair, CA

About The Position

Montclair Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I for its clinical laboratory. Under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor, the technician performs skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for clinical laboratory analysis. The role also includes clerical and specimen-processing duties, maintaining supplies and clean work areas, and assisting with laboratory operations as assigned. The position is per diem with a variable shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or equivalent on-the-job training with documented competency.
Active California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I license.
BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current according to hospital requirements.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

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.
Use knowledge of laboratory test terminology and communicate politely and effectively with patients and visitors, including proper telephone etiquette.
Use appropriate phlebotomy techniques and equipment to collect specimens from newborn 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 cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
Process or load specimens onto automated laboratory instrumentation according to established policies and procedures.
As needed, pick up samples at the hospital or operating room, sort and put away samples, assist pathology, manage inventory and supplies, 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.