San Ysidro Health·Chula Vista, California
Perform phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, and operate CLIA waived point of care lab equipment. Maintain lab records, manage supply inventories, and ensure effective communication with internal and external customers.
Under direct supervision of the Lab Management Team, performs phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks; operates and maintains point of care lab equipment (CLIA Waived); conducts problem resolution, supply inventories and record keeping; renders excellent and effective communication to laboratory internal and external customers. Essential Functions of the Job: Demonstrate skills and abilities by following the guidelines in venipuncture, heel and finger stick. Have knowledge and skills in basic collection and specimen preparation, storage and disposal of specimen, revision of daily temperature and recording; according to Lab Procedure Manuals. Perform point of care testing, quality control, reporting and records keeping of CLIA waived complexity testing according to Lab Procedure Manuals. Demonstrate basic computer literacy to meet department needs and duties (i.e. records keeping, health record entries, results tracking, etc.). Performs patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols and policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities. Ability to multi task, flexible, ensures accuracy and completeness of work, adaptable to changes in department and business needs. Accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision and maintain good working relationship with employees, coworkers and departments. Maintains workstation, furnishings and equipment clean, and supply inventory at prescribed stock levels. Assist in checking daily temperature and recording. Possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credible commitment to high standards with excellent communication skills; effectively and clearly communicate verbally and in writing with patients and other customers. Additional
Adhere to the established departmental policies and objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. May be requested to assist in communication efforts that require verbal translation for patients; depending on the assignment. May be required to travel to other SYHealth sites as needed. Maintain current continuing education and professional licensure. Attend and participate in meetings and additional duties as required. Job Requirements
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and current California State Phlebotomy Licensure and CPR certification. Preferred experience includes three months as a CPT and proficiency in medical terminology.
Market context
Certified Phlebotomy Technician jobs in California are typically driven by ongoing demand in hospitals, clinics, and labs that rely on accurate specimen collection. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold a California CPT license, have prior phlebotomy experience, and can show strong patient communication and specimen-handling skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your CPT license status and tailor your application to any prior collection experience.