Laboratory Assistant I

Kaiser Permanente; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Laboratory is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to support unlicensed laboratory tasks under supervision in the California region. The role involves specimen processing, data entry, and assisting licensed staff in accordance with California lab law.

Responsibilities include patient registration before phlebotomy, preparing specimens, and maintaining equipment. This position emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and teamwork within a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Qualifications

• Reads and comprehends simple instructions and memos.
• Writes simple correspondence.
• Communicates information effectively in one-to-one and small group settings.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and assess age group, determine phlebotomy technique.
• Draw blood and enter data into computerized systems.
• Prepare specimens, stains, and reagents for testing.
• Process specimens: receive, sort, label, and ship as needed.
• Maintain printers, faxes, time stamps and equipment.
• Relate results to staff and answer calls as required.
• Train and orient new employees as necessary.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens and performs clerical tasks under general supervision of a licensed person as authorized by the California lab law.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prior to phlebotomy, registers patients and assesses, for age group and other factors. Chooses appropriate phlebotomy technique and determines whether assistance will be required. May be required to draw blood Into computerized systems, enters data such as released test results, patient demographics, physicians name and test requested. Relays results to staff as required. Prepares specimens for testing. Prepares stains and reagents. Process specimens to include receiving, sorting, matching, prioritizing, labeling, and shipping. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and glassware. Maintains printers and faxes, time stamps, and other equipment in the work area. Answers telephones and relays released test results. Registers patients, and collects fees and bills. Gives patients instructions and provides specimen containers. Trains and orients new employees as necessary. Performs other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 235

Basic Qualifications

Experience

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED. California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (if job requires blood drawing).

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months preferred