Phlebotomist, Full-time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health•Los Angeles, CA

2h•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Phlebotomist performs specimen collection and accession receiving, distributes specimens to designated departments, and collects and processes patient specimens and samples for medical laboratory testing related to diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. The role focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection and may include other less complex technical and clerical tasks. The position is full-time with a variable shift at Adventist Health White Memorial in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles.

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent is required in California.
Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II certification, or a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license, is required in California.
Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) credential is required for the facility.
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
Must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
High school education, GED, or equivalent in Oregon or Hawaii.
CPT I or CPT II certification, or an MLT license, in Oregon or Hawaii.

Responsibilities

Obtain blood specimens through venipunctures and finger sticks.
Verify specimen identification and ensure the sample type and volume are appropriate for indicated testing.
Process samples using aseptic technique and prepare paperwork for testing and reference laboratory testing.
Obtain information from patients for laboratory records and explain procedures.
Communicate with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices, to support the flow and quality of laboratory work.
Monitor and maintain equipment as required by regulations, coordinating with clinical engineering and the technical consultant when appropriate.
Follow established procedures for missed collections, recollections, and difficult phlebotomies.
Assist with ordering supplies; track expiration dates, usage, and delivery times; verify deliveries; put away and rotate stock; and discard expired items.
Coordinate with the Lead Phlebotomist to run daily quality controls and other required testing.
Perform proficiency testing according to regulatory agency procedures and document it according to established guidelines.
Participate in departmental performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.