Laboratory Assistant I

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and skin puncture, handle pre- and post-analytical steps, and ensure proper labeling and transport of specimens.

Role includes on-call shifts, weekend work as needed, and strict adherence to policies. Requires high school diploma; CA phlebotomy certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy experience and skills in venipuncture.
• Ability to prepare and label specimens accurately.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
• Labels samples, transports to lab, and logs orders.
• Maintains professionalism and follows policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy Certification CA

Job description

Job Summary
Performs venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.

• Upholds Kaiser Permenentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quantity of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be preformed. Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages. Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Performs other duties as required including checking in patients, collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors.

Job Summary
Performs venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.

Essential Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quantity of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be preformed. Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages. Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Performs other duties as required including checking in patients, collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors.

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Please refer to Min Educ and Required Lics.

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California)

Additional Requirements

• NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Job related college courses in the life sciences.

Notes

• May rotate to other WH and WV MOB locations
• This position will be required to work some weekends, and holidays as needed and per CBA.
• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.

Primary Location: California,Woodland Hills,Woodland Hills Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1

Shift: Evening

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Working Hours Start: 02:00 PM

Working Hours End: 10:30 PM

Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399

Job Level: Entry Level

Department: Woodland Hills Med Center - Pathology/Lab-PermLab SysCoord - 0806

Pay Range: $29.52 - $32.54 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.