Certified Phlebotomy Tech - Pathology - 141891

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego seeks a licensed phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, accessioning, phlebotomy, and related duties in a clinical laboratory. The role emphasizes customer service, record keeping, and safety in a high-volume healthcare environment.

Required: California Phlebotomy license (CPT), 1–2 years of experience, knowledge of terminology, regulations, and infection control. Preferred: accessioning and pediatrics experience. Employment may require varied shifts and background check.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Phlebotomist and hold a valid California Phlebotomy license (CPT).
• 1-2 years of directly related lab experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Scientific Terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory regulations, laws, and ethical requirements.
• Knowledge of Hospital Isolation, Infection Control protocols, and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen processing, accessioning, Phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, customer service, clerical duties, effective communication with laboratory customers, problem resolution, record keeping, supply inventory and maintenance, as well as cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Operates instruments and performs preventative maintenance as appropriate to each section/department.
• Maintains current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the state of California Laboratory Field Services.

Skills

Certified Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy license CPT

Specimen processing

Customer service

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/20/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Performs specimen processing, accessioning, Phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, customer service, clerical duties, effective communication with laboratory customers, problem resolution, record keeping, supply inventory and maintenance, as well as cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment. Additional duties include the operation of instruments and preventative maintenance as appropriate to each section/department. assigned. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards. Maintains a current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the state of California Laboratory Field Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a certified Phlebotomist and hold a valid California Phlebotomy license (CPT).
• Previous one to two (1 - 2) years of directly related lab experience, preferably in a large, complex healthcare system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Scientific Terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory regulations, laws, and ethical requirements.
• Knowledge of Hospital Isolation, Infection Control protocols, and patient comfort/safety.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position; demonstrated skills in basic collection and specimen preparation, storage, and disposal of specimens.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Accessioning experience.
• Pediatrics phlebotomist experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call, and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Must work variable shifts, weekend rotations, holidays, and swing shifts.
• May be required to travel to other UCSD sites.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $65,020 - $85,796 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $31.14 - $41.09

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).