Phlebotomy Technician Certified: Venipuncture

Hoag • Newport Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) collects, receives, processes, and distributes laboratory specimens and performs patient phlebotomy at different locations. The role requires a thorough understanding of phlebotomy techniques and the use of appropriate techniques and aseptic practices when collecting specimens and drawing blood. The CPT communicates test results between and within departments as needed, helps maintain equipment and supply par levels, and supports the laboratory’s mission by conducting themselves professionally.

The CPT maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, including specialized equipment, patient identification, specimen-labeling requirements, laboratory safety, and computer functions related to ordering and receiving specimens. The technician keeps current with departmental updates, policies, and procedures; takes initiative to resolve problems and follow through with appropriate action, including documenting issues in the laboratory’s error-tracking system; and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must meet and maintain current State of California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI) certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, receive, process, and distribute laboratory specimens.
• Perform patient phlebotomy at different locations.
• Communicate test results between and within departments as needed.
• Help maintain equipment and supply par levels.
• Use appropriate phlebotomy techniques and maintain aseptic practices when collecting specimens and drawing blood.
• Label specimens immediately after completing the procedure.
• Dispose of used needles and supplies in suitable containers.
• Maintain working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, specialized equipment, patient identification and specimen-labeling requirements, laboratory safety, and computer functions related to specimen orders and receipt.
• Maintain current knowledge of departmental updates, policies, and procedures.
• Resolve problems with appropriate action and follow-through, including documenting them in the laboratory’s error-tracking system.
• Project professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct, and support the laboratory mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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