Clinic Lab Technician FT Days

Trinity Health•Woodland, CA

About The Position

The Clinic Lab Technician performs phlebotomy and laboratory support services in an outpatient clinic setting. The role includes greeting patients, verifying orders, collecting and processing specimens, and preparing laboratory orders and reports. The technician ensures quality and accuracy in accordance with regulatory standards and the organization’s mission, values, and performance expectations. The position performs venipuncture and capillary collections, conducts waived laboratory testing, documents results in the electronic health record, operates and maintains laboratory equipment, and completes quality control and proficiency testing. It also supports patient care through preparation, vital-sign collection, assistance with procedures and diagnostic equipment, and clear communication with patients. Administrative duties, supply management, cross-coverage, and maintaining a clean, safe work area are also part of the role. The schedule is 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with Wednesdays off, and includes participation in a weekend and holiday call rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Phlebotomy experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross within 30 days of hire; certification must be maintained.
Mandatory Reporter training for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse within 3–6 months of hire; training must be maintained.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Windows, web-based navigation, email, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups in a shared-leadership environment.
Ability to read, write, and understand English and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
Honesty, integrity, caring, and the ability to support the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Nice To Haves

Completion of medical terminology or phlebotomy training.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values in workplace behavior, practices, and decisions.
Perform venipuncture and capillary phlebotomy and collect other specimens according to proper protocols.
Prepare, label, and process specimens; document accurately and follow regulatory and infection-control guidelines, including CLIA, COLA, and OSHA requirements.
Conduct waived laboratory testing and document results, including critical values, in the electronic health record.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; perform and document quality control and proficiency testing.
Verify laboratory orders and medical necessity; complete ABNs and correct billing codes as needed.
Enter and manage information in the electronic health record and review and correct billing reports.
Maintain supply inventory, stock work areas, and communicate supply needs to the supervisor.
Communicate test procedures, results, and follow-up instructions clearly and compassionately to patients.
Perform clerical duties, including faxing, copying, filing, scheduling, and answering phone calls.
Provide cross-coverage within scope throughout clinic and laboratory areas and serve as a resource for colleagues and patients.
Follow safety, infection-control, and universal-precaution standards and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Prepare patients for care, collect vital signs, and document patient-care information.
Assist with procedures, examinations, and diagnostic equipment, such as tympanometry and spirometry.
Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager and follow applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies and standards of conduct.