Phlebotomist

Opportunity:

Phlebotomist - Phlebotomist / Laboratory

Job Details:

• Work 5x8 hour shifts from 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Collect and prepare blood samples following proper laboratory procedures
• Correctly identify patients and specimens at all times
• Transport and handle specimens according to laboratory policy
• Perform all related clerical functions associated with specimen collection
• Process specimens according to laboratory policy including centrifuge, aliquot, and storage
• Complete special projects when assigned
• Work with patient age groups including adolescents, infants, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics
• Patient ratio of 5 for days, nights, and weekends
• Required certification: California State CPTI - Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
• Required skills include: aseptic technique, blood cultures, blood smears, centrifuge, CLSI recommended order of blood draws, data entry, finger stick, glucose screening, heel stick, vacutainer method, syringe method, proper labeling, proper disposal, quality assurance and controls, transmission-based precautions, and specimen processing
• Experience with SunQuest LIS and Epic HIS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required