Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I)

Prime Healthcare; Anaheim, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

West Anaheim Medical Center, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I for the evening shift in our hospital clinical laboratory. You will perform blood collection for patients of all ages under supervision, ensuring accurate labeling and proper specimen handling.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, CPT I certification, and BLS within 45 days of hire; one year of lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Draw blood samples from patients of all ages.
• Perform data entry, filing, and phone communications.
• Greet patients politely and explain tests.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and handle specimens.
• Process specimens across microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank.
• Prepare specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock routine supplies and maintain clean work areas.
• Operate automated laboratory instrumentation per policy.
• Assist with sample pickup and other lab tasks as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood collection

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

CPT I certification

BLS certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

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 comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $23.00 to $30.19. 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

Full Time

Shift

Evenings

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, or 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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