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Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (On-call, Evening shift)

Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (On-call, Evening shift)

Kaiser PermanenteLos Angeles, CA, United States
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Job Summary :

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • 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.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

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

  • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
  • License, Certification, Registration

  • Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
  • Additional Requirements :

  • 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.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
  • Notes :

  • This is a float position.
  • This is an on-call position; days and hours may vary.
  • This is a variable position; start times may vary within the specific shift.
  • Must provide availability including alternating weekends.
  • Will be required to work alternating weekends and travel to SBMC and all SB MOB labs for operational need.
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