Laboratory Assistant I (Temporary, Part Time)

Kaiser Permanente; Lancaster, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture and capillary collection, handle pre- and post-analytical steps, and ensure proper specimen labeling and transport. This temporary role (~3 months) requires a High School diploma or GED and CA Phlebotomy certification.

You will float to MOBs as needed and support blood draw services across patient ages. Experience with proper safety practices, patient interaction, and accurate documentation is essential, as is

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification required (CA) or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary collection on patients of all ages.
• Properly labels samples and transports to the lab.
• Follows Kaiser Permanente policies and procedures and maintains professionalism.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Communication

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 a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.
• Required to float to other MOBs. Shifts may vary depending on operational needs.