Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Laboratory Assistant II

Sutter Health; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and skilled Phlebotomy Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves collecting and processing blood specimens while ensuring high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for maintaining laboratory standards, adhering to regulations, and effectively communicating with patients from various backgrounds. If you are passionate about healthcare and possess strong problem-solving skills, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while working in a supportive and diverse setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II needed.
• 1 year of clinical lab and phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process blood specimens for laboratory testing.
• Interact compassionately with patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Complete quality-related tasks and maintain a safe work area.

Skills

Blood specimen collection

Patient interaction

Laboratory testing principles

Quality documentation

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Workflow management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pre-analytic lab equipment

Job description

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

Organization: SDH-Sutter Davis Hospital

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) or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II

EXPERIENCE
1 year of basic clinical laboratory and phlebotomy experience as typically acquired in a similar environment.

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.
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.
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
Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.
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
Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making.
Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

Job Shift: Varied

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends

Benefits: No

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual

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

Pay Range is $37.89 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.