Certified Phlebotomy Technician Per Diem Day Shift

East-Los-Angeles-Doctors-Hospital-1; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

East-Los-Angeles-Doctors-Hospital-1 seeks a Certified Phlebotomy Technician for per diem day shift. You will perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, micro plating, and assist CLS/MLT in the laboratory to uphold quality standards.

Role requires AHA BLS and CPT Phlebotomy Technician certifications. On-site, part-time, hourly compensation ranges per listed schedule; prior hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months phlebotomy experience in an accredited hospital clinical laboratory, preferred.
• Internal Employees with the appropriate licensure and certifications do not require experience.
• Experience working with laboratory instrumentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy on all age groups following sterile technique and lab procedures.
• Processes specimens and prepares send-out specimens as required.
• Assists CLS or MLT in the laboratory and reports to supervisor/administrative director.
• Uses AIDET communication principles with patients and families.
• Maintains equipment and documents issues; ensures HIPAA compliance.
• Participates in monthly trainings and supports department operations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

AHA BLS Basic Life Support

CPT Cert Phlebotomy Tech

Job description

Certified Phlebotomy Technician Per Diem Day Shift

Job Category: Technical/Spec Sal

Requisition Number: CERTI003687

• Posted : August 21, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $21.85 USD to $32.13 USD

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Description

Job Summary:

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician is responsible for performing phlebotomy, specimen processing, micro plating, and assisting the Clinical Laboratory Scientist ( CLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in the laboratory. Professional application of the laboratory’s principles, theories, techniques of phlebotomy and specimen processing will be required. This position reports to the lead laboratory assistant, laboratory manager/supervisor, and/or the administrative director of Laboratory services. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Essential Functions:

• Follows the hospital’s policies and procedures and documents their review.
• Demonstrates ability to draw blood on all age groups, following each step of the laboratory procedure and antiseptic techniques.
• Troubleshoots problems, documents specimen rejection, prepares send-out specimens and performs billing procedures.
• Orients and trains new staff.
• Explains collection procedures to patients.
• Assists the CLS in the lab by centrifuging, organizing the specimens, placing specimens on the instruments to initiate a test run, making smears, plating micro, maintaining the instruments, and doing inventory.
• Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
• Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
• Collaborates across disciplines to assist in coordination of patient care, including but not limited to patient transfer, discharge, referrals, and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
• Basic unit/department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter.
• Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
• Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Utilizes SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
• Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
• Completes and attends monthly training assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards:

• Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints, and questions; displays a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, passion and care when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential, embracing ingenuity to service our customers.

Communication/Knowledge:

• Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Six (6) months phlebotomy experience in an accredited hospital clinical laboratory, preferred.

*Internal Employees with the appropriate licensure and certifications do not require experience.*

• Experience working with laboratory instrumentation is preferred.
• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, strong organizational skills, ability to follow verbal instructions, and PC (computer) skills.
• A capacity to learn, synthesize, make critical judgments, work independently, place patients and families first, and collaborate with the team members who are recognized leaders within health care.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

AHA BLS Basic Life Supp

CPT Cert Phleboto Tech

Preferred

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