Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant

Ventura•Ventura, CA

6d•$24 - $32

About The Position

Position Overview: Processes laboratory orders and obtains all required specimens for laboratory testing. Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve. Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction! Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way. Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community. “We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”

Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Current California Phlebotomy License
Current BLS certification
Current Driving License
Current and ongoing Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) that is considered insurable under the CMHS insurance coverages

Nice To Haves

Six (6) plus months recent hospital experience

Responsibilities

Obtains all required specimens from inpatients and outpatients of all ages while keeping identification protocols as a high priority.
Processes patient specimens including but not limited to registration, test requests, specimen processing of in-house and send out tests, site batches and phone calls of patient results.
Has the ability and knowledge to resolve send out issues in a timely manner.
Able to make decisions based upon the urgency of the situation and documents all issues/resolutions in accordance with work procedures and hospital and departmental policies.
Stocks and maintains an adequate amount of supplies at all times.
Acts as a courier transporting specimens.