Lab Assistant II (Part-time Night shift in Harbor City, CA)

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.


• Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient.


• Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.


• Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages.


• Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required.


• Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens.


• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.


• Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel.


• Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients.


• Handles difficult patients in a professional manner.


• Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance.


• Follows directives form all supervisors, leads and seniors.


• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

• One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience.

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)

• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.


• NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.

• Relevant college courses in the life sciences.

Notes:

• Will be required to work alt weekends & may float to alt MOB locations


• • Scheduled hours per week is 20+


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  This is a variable position, start times may vary within the specific shift.