Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I)

Prime Healthcare•Anaheim, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

West Anaheim Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) to work in its clinical laboratory. The technician performs skin punctures and venipunctures on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for laboratory analysis, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor. The role also involves specimen processing, routine laboratory and clerical tasks, and maintaining supplies and work areas. Additional tasks may be assigned by the department manager or director.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform skin punctures and venipunctures on patients from newborns through geriatric patients to obtain blood specimens for analysis.
Enter data into computer systems, file, communicate by telephone, and perform 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 when collecting specimens.
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 instruments according to established policies and procedures.
As needed, pick up samples at the hospital or operating room; assist laboratory specialties with sorting, analysis preparation, and storage of samples; assist pathology; manage inventory and supplies; order supplies; handle mail pickup and delivery, faxing, phone calls, and product deliveries.
Perform other tasks or responsibilities assigned by the department manager or director.