Laboratory Asst

KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC.•Menifee, CA

23h

About The Position

Under supervision, collects and processes specimens; performs simple tests under supervision; enters information into computer; maintains logs, delivers reports and prepares referral specimens; and to do other work as required. A position in this class performs all aspects of routine laboratory and clerical work as well as may serve in a lead capacity over Phlebotomists. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring an orderly and efficient work flow and redistributing work assignments as may be required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Phlebotomy issued by the California Laboratory Field Services, and graduation from an accredited program of Phlebotomy.
Minimum of one year experience as a phlebotomist
Possession of a valid license to practice as a Certified Phlebotomist in the State of California is required.
BLS Certification through AHA only.
Possession of an appropriate valid California driver’s license.
Employees must maintain a driving record, which meets the insurability requirements of the PHH, Inc.
Knowledge of Common laboratory practices and procedures.
Knowledge of The preparation of reagents, solutions, and stains.
Knowledge of Routine laboratory methods and procedures including safety procedures for working with patients.
Knowledge of Standard laboratory equipment, operation, and maintenance.
Knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems.
Ability to Draw blood from patients.
Ability to Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgements/action which could result in poor undesirable patient outcomes.
Ability to Learn elementary laboratory methods, procedures, and maintenance requirements.
Ability to Performs basic arithmetic computations.
Ability to Keep accurate records.
Ability to Follow oral and written directions.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.