Laboratory Assistant II

Kaiser Permanente; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Roseville, CA is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician to support the Pathology/Lab team. The role involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, and clerical tasks under supervision, with duties including notifying physicians of results and maintaining specimen workflows.

The position is temporary, full-time, onsite at the Roseville Medical Center, with standard day shifts and a 40-hour workweek. Certification in phlebotomy and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy technician certification (CA) required: II or I.
• Ability to perform aseptic technique and proper specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Draws blood from patients finger, heel, or vein, observing asepsis to obtain samples.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.
• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of Laboratory Assistants.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law.

• Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.
• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Compliance Accountability:

Essential Responsibilities

• Draws blood from patients finger, heal, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.
• Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.
• Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.
• Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.
• Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Compliance Accountability:

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• N/A

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration

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

Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties.
• Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

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.

Primary Location:

California,Roseville,Roseville Eureka Medical Offices 2

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Day

Workdays:

Tues, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat *Expected length of employment up to 3 months

Working Hours Start:

09:00 AM

Working Hours End:

05:30 PM

Job Schedule:

Full-time

Job Type:

Standard

Worker Location:

Onsite

Employee Status:

Temporary

Employee Group/Union Affiliation:

A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West

Job Level:

Individual Contributor

Department:

Roseville Hospital - Pathology/Lab-Clinical Lab - 0206

Pay Range:

$39.79 - $41.87 / 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:

No

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.