Sutter Health·Modesto, California
Collects, receives, and processes blood specimens for laboratory testing while managing patient registration and test order entry. Ensures quality control and adheres to safety regulations while working across multiple hospital locations in a float pool capacity.
Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for Laboratory testing.
Interacts with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behavior.
Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow.
Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing.
Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens.
Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work.
Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED) provided prior to start date
Certification & licensure: CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II
Knowledge and practice of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to: 1) ordering Laboratory testing, 2) collecting blood specimens, 3) compassionately and effectively interacting with patients, 4) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.
Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. 1) Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes. 2) Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.
1) fluctuations in volume, 2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or IS failure, 3) shift-to-shift hand-offs, 4) STAT test orders, 5) specimen integrity issues, 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.
1) Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. 2) Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $29.25 to $40.95 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and a CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II certification. Candidates must be flexible with travel and possess strong skills in specimen handling and patient interaction.
Market context
In California, Certified Phlebotomy Technician float pool roles are often sought by labs and health systems that need flexible coverage across multiple sites. These positions are competitive because employers look for current CPT I or II licensure, reliable travel availability, and strong specimen handling and patient interaction skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and travel readiness before applying.
