Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Natividad Medical Center; Salinas (CA); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Natividad Medical Center in Salinas, CA is seeking a qualified Phlebotomy Technician I/II to join our hospital laboratory team. You will perform skin punctures, venipunctures, and related specimen handling in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires certification, knowledge of safety practices, accurate labeling, and strong communication with patients and staff. We offer thorough training, a stable environment, and opportunities to support patient care across the laboratory.

Qualificações

• Possess and maintain certification as Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology, lab safety and sample collection methods.
• Ability to perform venipunctures and operate standard lab equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform venipunctures and capillary punctures for drawing blood.
• Label samples accurately and log shipments to the lab.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and operate lab equipment.
• Provide receptionist duties and assist patients as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and monitor supplies.

Conhecimentos

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Lab procedures

Customer service

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Formação académica

Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II

Ferramentas

Pipettes

Centrifuges

Descrição da oferta de emprego

PRIORITY SCREENING DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2026 23:59.

Application materials will be reviewed in an ongoing basis until positions are filled. Please allow up to two weeks for processing of application materials. (Postmarks and faxes not accepted.) The eligible list established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies as they arise. Exam #26/50D12/11AS.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under immediate to general supervision, this incumbent performs skin punctures and/or venipunctures for drawing blood for testing; performs a variety of standardized, non-technical laboratory procedures within a hospital clinical laboratory setting; operates specialized laboratory equipment and devices; and performs other related duties as assigned.

SIGNIFICANT DUTIES

• Depending on area of assignment, performs skin, capillary, and/or venous punctures for blood collection in the laboratory and/or in the hospital; appropriately labels and delivers samples
• Receives, picks up, logs, and prepares specimens for analysis in the laboratory, including surgical specimens and cultures for microbiological tests
• Prepares, handles, and disperses laboratory specimens by centrifuging, incubating, refrigerating, preserving or otherwise meeting test requirements.
• Performs receptionist duties and provides/receives information from patients; assigns numbers and checks for proper registration
• Operates a variety of laboratory equipment, including waived testing devices, centrifuges, incubators, refrigerators and pipette cleaning equipment
• Provides oral test solutions to patients
• Inoculates test media for cultures and prepares slides; opens containers of chemical reagents and other solutions
• Takes aliquots from urine and blood specimens; prepares and mails samples for external analysis
• Answers questions from medical personnel regarding test collection procedures, scheduling and results.
• Performs a variety of administrative support duties, including answering the telephone, checking work batches and monitoring phlebotomy requests, recording/tabulating data, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Cleans and decontaminates glassware and work surfaces
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required License/Certificate: Possess and maintain certification as either a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II, pursuant to Section 1246 of the Business and Professional Code for the State of California which indicates compliance with the training standards established by the California Department of Health-Laboratory Field Services.

Knowledge of:

• Basic medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• The use of universal precautions in a health care laboratory setting
• Principles and practices involved in obtaining blood samples through venipuncture- and capillary puncture methods
• Basic functions of a hospital clinical laboratory, including routine laboratory procedures, materials, and equipment
• Basic principles of providing customer service to patients in a health care environment
• General clerical methods and procedures
• Basic governmental, the Joint Commission (TJC), and College of American Pathologist standards for hospital laboratories

Skill and Ability to:

• Perform venipunctures and capillary punctures for the purposes of drawing blood
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; assist with laboratory testing processes
• Accurately label samples and record information
• Read and understand complex job-related material
• Learn a wide range of hospital clinical laboratory procedures
• Maintain safe working conditions by complying with established safety policies and procedures
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Operate a personal computer
• Maintain records and compile statistics
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; prepare reports and other written communications
• Provide sensitive and competent service to customers who may be anxious or in substantial distress
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others including physicians, nurses, administrators, managers, vendors, contractors, and other health care industry personnel
• Work with laboratory staff and others to ensure complete and accurate laboratory results and optimal reimbursement for laboratory work performed

EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Education: Completion of education and experience pattern that is accepted by the California Department of Public Health-Laboratory Field Services for certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
• Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
• Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid Driver License for the class vehicle driven or have the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
• Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid Driver License or State ID prior to the first day of work (Social Security Card is required for payroll purposes only).
• Incumbents may be required to work all shifts, including irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Incumbents may be required to work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL

Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.

QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT

To further assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam.

ELIGIBLE LIST

Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSES

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses (i.e., surviving spouses of veterans, spouses of totally disabled veterans, and spouses of active-duty service members) and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment.

SPECIAL NOTES

• If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Analyst at [phone].
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits.