Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Laboratory Assistant II

Sutter Health; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomy Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and processing blood specimens while ensuring a compassionate and effective interaction with patients from diverse backgrounds. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in laboratory operations. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment where your critical thinking and problem-solving skills will be valued. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care and laboratory services.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
• CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II required.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens and process them for laboratory testing.
• Ensure compliance with local/state/federal regulations and safety protocols.

Skills

Blood specimen collection

Patient interaction

Laboratory testing knowledge

Critical thinking

Workflow management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic pre-analytic lab equipment

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for Laboratory testing. Interacts with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behavior. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED)


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1-year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge and practice of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to:
1) ordering Laboratory testing,
2) collecting blood specimens,
3) compassionately and effectively interacting with patients,
4) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.

Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.
1) Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.
2) Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.

Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to:
1) fluctuations in volume,
2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or IS failure,
3) shift-to-shift hand-offs,
4) STAT test orders,
5) specimen integrity issues,
6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

Adherence to Practices & Procedures:
1) Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.
2) Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Applied Job Knowledge, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:
1) Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making.
2) Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.
3) Effective verbal and written communication skills.
4) Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

One Weekend Shift a month

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

30

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $30.31 to $37.89 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.