Lab Phlebotomist - Core Laboratory - Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is seeking a Lab Phlebotomist in Berkeley to perform phlebotomy and related specimen collection using LIS and HIS for order entry, result lookup and report generation. The role includes answering phones and routing issues to appropriate areas.

Essential duties include performing venipuncture and other collection procedures, entering orders, accessioning, centrifuging, and generating reports, with emphasis on customer service and accurate data handling.

Qualifications

• High School/GED is required.
• Phlebotomy Certification is preferred.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience is preferred.
• Basic phlebotomy training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection procedures (nasal, oropharyngeal, venipuncture, etc.).
• Enters orders.
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting.
• Generates reports.
• Provides basic customer service.

Education

High School/GED (required)

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Tools

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

HOURS:

Monday - Friday, 4:30am - 1:00pm or 4:00am - 12:30pm

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:30pm and 8:00am - 5:00pm

Rotates every other weekend, 4:0am - 12:30pm

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lab Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and other specimen collection. They use Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) to conduct functions related to phlebotomy, order entry, result look-up and report generation and specimen receiving and preparation. They answer phones and forward appropriate problems to proper area.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs specimen collection procedures (nasal, oropharyngeal, venipuncture, etc.)
• Enters orders
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting
• Generates reports
• Provides basic customer service

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Education

High School/GED (required)

Work Experience

1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Training

Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)

Skills

• Active Listening
• Ability to discern the thinking of others
• Service Orientation
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Coordination
• Basic computer skills
• Data entry
• Compassion
• Specimen Collection
• Draws blood
• Sample analysis
• Phlebotomy Collection Software

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May be exposed to periods of constant interruptions
• General office environment
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
• * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
• Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
• Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
• Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
• Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
• Crawling 0%
• Climbing 0%
• Balance 1-33%
• Bending 67-100%
• Sitting 34-66%
• Walking 67-100%
• Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Perform shift work
• Maneuver weight of patients
• Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Finger Dexterity
• Color Vision
• Acuity - far
• Acuity - near
• Depth perception
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to potential electrical shock
• Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Laboratory Services Ancillary - Core Laboratory - Berkeley Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].