Certified Phlebotomy Technician Lab Assistant II

Sutter Health • CA

69d • $33 - $41

About The Position

Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for Laboratory testing. Interacts with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behavior. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or CPT II-Certified Phlebotomy Technician II.
• 1-year recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of standard principles and processes related to laboratory testing and specimen handling.
• Ability to accurately perform job duties and prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact compassionately with patients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with local/state/federal regulations related to laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood specimens and processes specimens for laboratory testing.
• Interacts with patients of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Receives, sorts, and accessions specimens.
• Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and test order entry.
• Performs basic post-analytic tasks including distributing reports and storing specimens.
• Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation and maintaining a clean work area.
• Operates basic pre-analytic lab equipment.
• Adheres to regulations and policies to ensure patient privacy and safety.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Competitive pay range of $33.53 to $41.91 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED