Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I)

Prime Healthcare; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

West Anaheim Medical Center is seeking a CPT I phlebotomist on a per diem basis in Anaheim, CA. The role involves collecting blood specimens from patients of all ages and performing related laboratory duties under supervision.

Requirements include a valid CPT I certification, High School diploma, and BLS within 45 days. The position emphasizes accuracy, communication, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current and valid CPT I certification required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and skin puncture to collect blood specimens from patients of all ages.
• Enter data accurately and maintain patient information in the laboratory system.
• Demonstrate good communication and telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors.
• Assist with handling and processing specimens, including loading on instrumentation per policy.
• Help stock supplies and maintain cleanliness of storage and work areas.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPT I certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! West Anaheim Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.Founded in 1964, West Anaheim Medical Center is a 219-bed acute-care hospital dedicated to providing the community with high-quality, compassionate healthcare. Key services include general medical and surgical inpatient care and treatment, emergency services, surgical services, behavioral health, comprehensive heart center, and diagnostic imaging. For more information visitwww.westanaheimmedctr.com.

Responsibilities

CPT I must meet the regulatory requirements of CA Codes (Business and Professions Code: 1246); (California Code of Regulations: 1034) or state regulatory certification requirements to work in the clinical laboratory. The Certified Phlebotomy Technician I primarily perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for analysis in the clinical laboratory and is under the supervision of Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor. The CPT I; 1) performs computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) possesses adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 3) demonstrates good communication skills and telephone etiquette in greeting patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 4) demonstrates proper phlebotomy technique and the use of equipment in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 5) processes microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens, 6) processes specimens for referral to reference laboratories, 7) stocks routine supplies, 8) maintains the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas, 9) processes or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures, 10) May be assist to Pick up samples at hospital/ OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and put away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/ delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.. 11) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.

2. Current and valid state certification as a CPT I, required.

3. BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required.

4. Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

West Anaheim Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $27.35 to $27.35. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

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