Certified Phlebotomy Lab Assistant III

Sutter Health; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to support quality control and patient specimen analysis. This role involves operating and troubleshooting laboratory analyzers, collecting blood specimens, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory processes and patient interaction. Join a team that values diversity and delivers optimal patient care while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about healthcare and laboratory work.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Regular employee status

Variable workdays

Opportunity for overtime

Qualifications

• 2 years of recent relevant experience in laboratory settings.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician I required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze laboratory quality control and patient specimens.
• Perform quality assurance tasks and operate laboratory analyzers.

Skills

Laboratory quality control analysis

Patient interaction

Specimen processing

Basic troubleshooting of analyzers

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization: MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Position Overview: Performs duties primarily in support of analyzing Laboratory quality control and patient specimens. Also performs quality assurance tasks related to the analytic phase of Laboratory work flow. Operates, maintains and does basic troubleshooting of Laboratory analyzers that perform testing classified as "waived" and "moderate complexity". Collects blood specimens and interacts with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behavior. Receives, handles and processes a variety of specimens for Laboratory testing. Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Provides guidance to phlebotomists and lab assistants to promote optimal workflow and rapid problem resolution. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

EDUCATION:
HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED)

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (California)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years recent relevant experience.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $35.91 to $44.87 / hour. The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.