Kindred Healthcare·West Covina, California
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood specimens via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders. They also handle specimen preparation, labeling, and related clerical laboratory duties.
Kindred Hospital San Gabriel Valley is a 76-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period.
We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.
We are located just over 2 miles outside of downtown West Covina, and right down the street from Covina Square Shopping Center.
Job Summary Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.
Essential Functions Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays.
Maintains work areas.
Orders supplies when needed.
Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
Basic computer knowledge required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Pay Range: $23.00/hr.
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Education HS Graduate or equivalent.
Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.
Licenses/Certifications Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
State license/registration as required by state Current BLS required.
Experience Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.
Requires a high school diploma, formal phlebotomy training, and a current BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with a Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification and experience in acute care or outpatient labs.
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