Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I)

West Anaheim Medical Center; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

West Anaheim Medical Center, part of Prime Healthcare, invites applications for a Per Diem CPT I Phlebotomy Technician. The role collects blood samples from patients of all ages, under supervision, and supports the laboratory with data entry, specimen processing, and clerical duties.

The position requires a valid CPT I certification, BLS within 45 days of hire, and at least one year of clinical laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current and valid CPT I certification required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and kept current.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy by skin puncture or venipuncture for patients of all ages under supervision.
• Enter data, file, answer phones, and perform clerical duties as needed.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and specimen collection.
• Process specimens for various laboratory sections (microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, blood bank).
• Stock supplies and maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Assist in specimen transport and coordination with reference labs as required.

Education

High School Diploma

CPT I certification

BLS certification

1 year clinical laboratory experience

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 the current compensation range for this role is $27.35 to $27.35. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status. 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

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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