Laboratory Asst, Full-Time Varied Shifts

KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC.•Hemet, CA

3d•$24 - $28•Onsite

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
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
BLS Certification through AHA
Possession of an appropriate valid California driver’s license
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

Nice To Haves

Employees must maintain a driving record, which meets the insurability requirements of the PHH, Inc.

Responsibilities

Collects and processes specimens
Performs simple tests under supervision
Enters information into computer
Maintains logs
Delivers reports
Prepares referral specimens
Serves in a lead capacity over Phlebotomists
Ensures an orderly and efficient work flow
Redistributes work assignments as may be required
Draws blood from patients
Manages emergency or crisis situations
Learns elementary laboratory methods, procedures, and maintenance requirements
Performs basic arithmetic computations
Keeps accurate records
Follows oral and written directions
Establishes and maintains 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.