Stanford Health Care·Pleasanton, California
Performs phlebotomy on adults and children and handles the processing, labeling, and distribution of laboratory specimens. Manages clerical duties, maintains laboratory equipment, and monitors supply inventory.
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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Medicine Partners job.
A Brief Overview Assists laboratory staff in routine tests used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Performs phlebotomy on adults and children (venipuncture, finger and heel stick), handles all specimen processing, instructs patients on specimen collection, distributes lab reports, processes lab charges, handles telephone calls, and performs clerical duties as needed.
In addition to the above: logs in and processes urine samples, CBC's, Sedrates, Rapid Streps, and serology specimens (with supervision); plates bacteriology cultures; keeps inventory and order supplies as needed; trains new laboratory assistants.
Locations Stanford Medicine Partners What you will do Testing and Patient Care: Performs phlebotomy on adults and children (venipuncture, finger and heel stick).
Assists with receiving, logging, and collecting specimens.
Prepares specimens for testing.
Assists with identification and labeling of specimens.
Stores and distributes specimens.
Instructs patients on proper specimen collection.
Clerical Duties: Distributes lab, doctor and chart copies in a timely manner.
Files pending laboratory request forms and purges file when necessary.
Answers telephones, take messages and provides routine laboratory information.
Adheres fully to corporate policies governing voicemail, PC and network access as well as those protecting the privacy of Bay Valley patients.
Supply Inventory and Maintenance: Performs simple daily maintenance on laboratory equipment; takes and records temperatures.
Tests timers for accuracy.
Checks inventory of supplies and stocks incoming supplies; stocks drawing stations and fills pipet bins.
Empties biohazard waste into designated containers and prepares waste for pick-up.
Files completed laboratory reports, processes charges, reviews bills for accuracy and purges files.
Training and Development: Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings and education programs.
All other duties as assigned including department-specific functions and responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects as assigned.
Adheres to safety, P4P’s (if applicable), HIPAA and compliance policies.
Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED.
Post-high school completion of a technical institute accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant diploma program.
Experience Qualifications Minimum of two (2) years phlebotomist, certified medical assistant or EMT recent work experience.
Required
Verbal and written communication skills demonstrate courtesy, compassion and helpfulness in a professional manner towards employees, patients and patient families. Computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement and computer data entry skills to enter patient information. Maintain patient confidentiality. Organizational and multi-tasking skills. Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy and EMR systems. Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative and collaborative manner. Requires concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions. See attached for physical requirements. Licenses and Certifications Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Physical Demands and Work Conditions Physical Demands Occasional Sitting. Constant Walking. Constant Standing. Constant Bending. Frequent Squatting. Occasional Climbing. Occasional Kneeling. Seldom Crawling. Constant Hand Use. Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use. Frequent Grasping. Occasional Fine Manipulation. Frequent Pushing and Pulling. Occasional Reaching (above shoulder level). Frequent Twisting and Turning (Neck and Waist). Constant Vision (Color, Peripheral, Distance, Focus). Lifting Frequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs. Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs. Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs. Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs. Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs. Carrying Frequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs. Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs. Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs. Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs. Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs. Working Environment Seldom Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment. Constant Working around equipment and machinery. Clinical equipment and machinery. Seldom Walking on uneven ground. Seldom Exposure to excessive noise. Seldom Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness. Seldom Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals. Seldom Working at heights. Frequent Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement. Seldom Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment. Frequent Use of respirator. Constant Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc.. Hazardous drugs included. Blood Borne Pathogens Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues Travel Requirements 20% travel: These principles apply to ALL employees: Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience University HealthCare Alliance dba Stanford Medicine Partners sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $25.03 - $31.92 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. University HealthCare Alliance (UHA) is a physician network and medical foundation partnered with Stanford Health Care and Stanford Medicine. UHA was formed with a mission to provide excellent medical care through exceptional access and service in communities around the Bay Area and a vision to heal humanity through science and compassion, one patient at a time. UHA is comprised of three medical groups with over 70 clinic locations and over 350 board-certified care and specialty care providers. We are dedicated to providing the highest standards of clinical excellence in order to ensure access for patients to leading providers, while contributing to Stanford University’s well-respected Stanford Hospital and Clinics’ transformation into a broader and more integrated regional health system. Together, UHA and Stanford are pioneering new ways to practice medicine across multiple locations, using Stanford’s advanced resources to create seamless continuity of care for every patient.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant program. Minimum of two years of recent experience as a phlebotomist, CMA, or EMT is required.
Market context
Laboratory Assistant II roles in California are commonly tied to steady demand in clinical and diagnostic settings, especially where specimen collection and basic lab support are needed. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already hold a California Phlebotomy Technician I or II Certificate and can communicate clearly with staff and clients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certificate status and highlight any phlebotomy or patient-facing experience before applying.
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