Job detail

Laboratory Assistant II, Baldwin Park (On-call, Day shift)

Kaiser Permanente

#Phlebotomy #Venipuncture #Acute Care #Specimen Handling #Accessioning #Clinical Laboratory Scientist #Reagents #On-call #Centrifuging

Quick overview

The primary duties involve performing venipuncture and skin puncture, along with executing the pre-analytical and post-analytical steps of laboratory testing. This includes proper sample handling, labeling, transportation, and monitoring supply inventory.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess at least one year of phlebotomy experience in a medical setting or equivalent military experience, along with a high school diploma or GED. A California Phlebotomy Technician II or I Certificate is generally required, though certification may be waived for the Regional Reference Lab.

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Job description

Job Summary

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.

Essential Responsibilities

Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed. Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages. Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents. Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. Follows directives form all supervisors, leads and seniors. Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Basic Qualifications

Experience One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience. Education High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy
Technician
I
Certificate (California)
Additional
Requirements: Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.
NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant college courses in the life sciences.

Notes

This is an on-call position, working days and hours may vary within the specified shift Travel Locations=MOBS: Diamond Bar, Montebello, West Covina, San Dimas, Irwindale, onCampus