Laboratory Assistant I (On-call Day shift in Los Angeles, CA)

Kaiser Permanente; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a skilled Phlebotomist to perform blood collection and manage laboratory samples. The role requires proficiency in handling patients of all ages and performing essential technical tasks related to laboratory procedures. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, alongside the appropriate phlebotomy certification, while demonstrating professionalism in a busy healthcare environment. This is an on-call position with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy Technician I or II Certificate required.
• Experience in blood collection techniques.
• Ability to handle difficult patients with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
• Handle pre-analytical processes including labeling and transporting samples.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and quality standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Venipuncture

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• 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:

• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.


• This position will be required to work every other weekend, assist in bone marrow collection, and float to all other LAMC MOB locations.