Laboratory Assistant I (Temporary, Part Time)

Kaiser Permanente; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

KAISER in Lancaster, California is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I for a temporary, part-time role. The position involves performing venipuncture and handling pre-analytical steps, with strict adherence to policies and patient safety.

Requirements include High School Diploma or GED and California Phlebotomy Technician I or II certification. The assignment is for about three months, with potential to float to other MOBs as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy Technician I or II certification (California) preferred.
• Temporary position for approximately three months; may float to other MOBs.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, finger stick, and heel stick on patients of all ages; label and transport samples.
• Handle pre-analytical steps including bar-coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, and staining specimens.
• Uphold Kaiser Permanente policies and cooperate with staff while ensuring professionalism and patient care.

Skills

Venipuncture techniques

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Technician I Certification (California)

Phlebotomy Technician II Certification (California)

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 a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.

• Required to float to other MOBs. Shifts may vary depending on operational needs.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Laboratory Assistant I (Temporary, Part Time)

LOCATION: Lancaster, California

REQNUMBER: 1442168

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.