Lab Assistant, Laboratory

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community healthcare provider is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform specimen procurement and phlebotomy under supervision. The role requires current phlebotomy certification and BLS CPR certification. Join a recognized nonprofit healthcare network dedicated to quality care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with operating laboratory equipment preferred.
• Must have a current phlebotomy certification.
• Experience with computer data entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen procurement, accessioning, processing, and testing.
• Provide phlebotomy to inpatients and outpatients.

Skills

Phlebotomy or skin puncture techniques

Written and verbal communication

Basic organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Current phlebotomy certification

Valid BLS CPR certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, 27 outpatient medical locations, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is recognized by Watson Health as one of the nation’s Top Hospitals, and College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. PIH Health is certified as a Great Place to Work TM. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram .

The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen procurement, accessioning, processing and testing as assigned under the supervision of a licensed Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS). Provides phlebotomy (venipuncture and skin puncture) to inpatients and outpatients.

Required Skills

• Phlebotomy or skin puncture techniques on patients ranging from infancy through adult
• Written and verbal communication
• Basic organizational skills
• Basic computer skills

Required Experience

• Experience with operating some laboratory equipment and setting up cultures preferred
• Must have a current phlebotomy certification
• Experience with computer data entry preferred
• Valid BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V

About the company

PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a non-profit community-based hospital located in Downey, California.

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