Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant

Community Memorial Healthcare•San Buenaventura (Ventura), CA

7d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Processes laboratory orders and obtains all required specimens for laboratory testing. 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.

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.