Clinical Phlebotomist: Fast-Paced Blood Draw Expert

APLA Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

APLA Health is seeking a Phlebotomist at the Long Beach Center to collect blood, prepare specimens, and coordinate with the lab for timely testing while greeting patients respectfully in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, specimen labeling, data entry, shipping, and assisting in lab operations; CA CPT 1 certification and CPR are required, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State CA CPT 1 certification.
• CPR certification.
• Previous phlebotomy experience.
• Proven track record in providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups.
• Analyze blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.
• Perform in house CLIA‑waived tests.
• Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis.
• Collect specimens for drug screens, alcohol tests, etc.
• Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Process billing information.
• Prepare specimens for transportation, including labeling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.
• Call patients that require repeat testing of unsatisfactory specimens.
• Complete CMRs for positive STI results for primary care patients.
• Provide superior customer service: greet patients in a courteous manner, respond with empathy and positive interpersonal skills.
• Show professionalism and inspire confidence from patients and visitors at all times.
• Maintain neat appearance, observe dress code, and always wear lab coat (or approved apron/gown) and name tag.
• Assist other laboratory personnel as workload permits without being requested.
• Assist in orientation of new staff members as requested.
• Build positive working relationships with all coworkers.
• Communicate with commercial laboratories regarding specimen questions.
• Clean and maintain all laboratory equipment used in drawing and testing of blood specimens.
• Order laboratory supplies as needed.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties as necessary.
• Travel to additional sites when needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Customer service

Strong communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

CA CPT 1 Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

APLA Health is seeking a Phlebotomist at the Long Beach Center to collect blood, prepare specimens, and coordinate with the lab for timely testing while greeting patients respectfully in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, specimen labeling, data entry, shipping, and assisting in lab operations; CA CPT 1 certification and CPR are required, with travel up to 25%.