Laboratory Assistant II

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician II to perform venipuncture, skin puncture, and pre-analytical steps across patient ages at the Harbor City location. The role requires accurate labeling, proper sample handling, and on-call availability.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplies, adhering to policies and safety standards, and assisting with revenue checks and patient preparation. On-call shifts and travel to SB labs may be required, with a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• 1 year phlebotomy experience in acute or non-acute setting or equivalent military experience.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Phlebotomy Technician II (CA) or Phlebotomy Technician I (CA) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and skin puncture for all ages.
• Label samples accurately and transport to the lab.
• Perform pre-analytical steps including bar coding, centrifuging, logging and staining.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Technician I/II California Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing.

• 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 quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.
• 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.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
• 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.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Job Summary

To perform 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 quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.
• 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.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
• 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.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience.

Education

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

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

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.
• NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant college courses in the life sciences.

Notes

• On Call Float
• Will be required to work alternate weekends and travel to SBMC & all SB MOB labs for operational need. Must provide availability including alt weekend
• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.

Primary Location: California,Harbor City,South Bay Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1

Shift: Evening

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

Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM

Working Hours End: 11:59 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: Individual Contributor

Department: South Bay Med Center - Pathology/Lab-PermLab SysCoord - 0806

Pay Range: $32.47 - $35.81 / 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, 50 % 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.