Hospital Lab Technician III- Corelab Irvine- FT Variable Shift
University of California, Irvine·Irvine, California
University of California, Irvine·Irvine, California
The HLT III performs specimen procurement, phlebotomy, and blood component processing according to established protocols. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory safety standards and ensuring compliance with regulating agencies.
UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Your Role on the Team
Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor 2, the HLT III performs a full range of duties from specimen procurement/phlebotomy, specimen and/or blood component processing and handling. This includes performing a wide variety of repetitive technical procedures and standardized tests according to established protocols. Perform all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards. Assist in preparing/ maintaining compliance as established by regulating agencies such as CAP, TJC, OSHA and other federal and state agencies. Additional duties include inventory and ordering of supplies, clerical, telephone, and communication with laboratory customers. Other duties as assigned.
What It Takes to be Successful
State of California Phlebotomy License (Certified Phlebotomy Tech I) Must possess the skill, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must be willing to provide weekend and holiday coverage on a rotational basis and variable shift assignment(s) as needed At least 2 years of Phlebotomy experience
One year clinical laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Good computer skills including knowledge of various software applications
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship: Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Candidates must hold a State of California Phlebotomy License (CPT I) and have at least 2 years of phlebotomy experience. Willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, is required.
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