Phlebotomist, Full-time, Day Shift

Adventist Health•Los Angeles, CA

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 diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. The role focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection and may include other less complex technical and clerical tasks. Adventist Health White Memorial is a healthcare provider in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Its services include a 353-bed hospital, medical office buildings, residency programs, and comprehensive cancer care. The organization also promotes community wellness through local programs and services.

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent is required in California and preferred in Oregon and Hawaii.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II, or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license, is required in California and preferred in Oregon and Hawaii.
Facility-specific phlebotomy certification (CPT or CPT II) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) credential is required.
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS) certification is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor, per Adventist Health policy, is required.
Associates/technical degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
Verifies specimen identification and confirms that sample type and volume are appropriate for the indicated testing.
Processes samples using aseptic technique and prepares paperwork for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
Obtains information from patients for laboratory records and explains procedures.
Communicates with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices, to support the flow and quality of laboratory work.
Monitors and maintains equipment as required by regulations, coordinating with clinical engineering and the technical consultant when appropriate.
Follows established guidelines for missed collections, recollections, and difficult phlebotomies.
Assists with ordering and managing supplies, including checking expiration dates, usage, and delivery times; verifying deliveries; stocking and rotating items; and discarding expired items.
Coordinates with the Lead Phlebotomist to run daily quality controls as needed and complete other required testing.
Performs proficiency testing according to regulatory agency procedures and documents it according to established guidelines.
Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.