(CPT) Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy - 141353

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, processing, accessioning, and related clerical tasks. The role requires a California Phlebotomy license (CPT) and 1–2 years of lab experience, with emphasis on accurate record keeping and customer service.

Responsibilities include operating instruments, ensuring safety, and supporting infection control protocols. The position may require travel to different UC San Diego sites and varying shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Phlebotomist and hold a valid California Phlebotomy license (CPT).
• 1–2 years of directly related lab experience.
• Knowledge of Scientific Terminology and laboratory regulations.
• Understanding of infection control, patient safety, and hospital isolation protocols.
• Experience with customer service, including assisting customers with questions and concerns.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing, accessioning, and phlebotomy.
• Provide customer service and clerical support; effective communication with laboratory customers.
• Maintain record keeping, supply inventory, and equipment cleaning; keep a safe work environment.
• Operate instruments and perform preventative maintenance as assigned.
• Travel to other UCSD sites as required.

Skills

Certified Phlebotomist

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem resolution

Education

California Phlebotomy License (CPT)

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Performs specimen processing, accessioning, Phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, customer service, clerical duties, effective communication with laboratory customers, problem resolution, record keeping, supply inventory and maintenance, as well as cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment. Additional duties include operation of instruments, preventative maintenance as appropriate to each section/dept. assigned. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards. Maintains a current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the state of California Laboratory Field Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a certified Phlebotomist and hold a valid California Phlebotomy license (CPT).
• Previous one to two (1 - 2) years of directly related lab experience, preferably in a large, complex healthcare system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Scientific Terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory regulations, laws, and ethical requirements.
• Knowledge of Hospital Isolation, Infection Control protocols, and patient comfort/safety.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position; demonstrated skills in basic collection and specimen preparation, storage, and disposal of specimens.
• Customer service experience, including experience handling phone calls and assisting customers or clients with questions and concerns.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call, and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Must work variable shifts, weekend rotations, holidays, and swing shifts.
• May be required to travel to other UCSD sites.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $65,020 - $85,796 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $31.14 - $41.09

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).