(CPT) Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy - 141353

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla seeks a CERTIFIED Phlebotomy Technician to perform specimen collection, processing and customer service in a busy hospital setting. Requires valid California CPT license and 1–2 years of related lab experience, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Position involves variable 8-hour shifts, weekends and holidays, with potential travel to other UCSD sites if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Phlebotomist and hold a valid California Phlebotomy license (CPT).
• 1–2 years of directly related lab experience, preferably in a large, complex healthcare system.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory regulations, laws, and ethical requirements.
• Customer service experience, including handling phone calls and assisting customers.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen processing, accessioning, Phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, and customer service.
• Maintains record keeping, inventory, and a safe work environment per lab safety standards.
• Operates instruments and conducts preventative maintenance as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with isolation, infection control, and patient safety policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Scientific Terminology

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Work Schedule

Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Variable, Weekends and Holidays

Payroll Title

CERT PHLEBOTOMY TCHN 2

Department

Phlebotomy

Hiring Pay Scale

$31.14 - $41.09 / Hour

Worksite

La Jolla

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Variable, Weekends and Holidays

#141353 (CPT) Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy

Filing Deadline

Thu 10/1/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/22/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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