Laboratory Assistant II

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I/Phlebotomy role in its California labs to receive and process specimens, perform phlebotomy, and handle clerical lab tasks under supervision. The position requires CA phlebotomy certification and a high school diploma, with duties including specimen routing and communicating lab results to physicians.

The role emphasizes aseptic technique, accurate documentation, and collaboration in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification/licensure in CA required (I or II).
• Ability to perform Laboratory Assistant I duties.
• Ability to read and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information clearly to customers and staff.
• Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Draws blood from patients by finger, heel, or vein with asepsis.
• Obtain correct amount and type of specimen.
• Document requests and release results accurately.
• Informs physicians of released lab results.
• Process and route various medical specimens for testing.
• Order, distribute, and stock laboratory supplies.
• Train and report on the performance of other Laboratory Assistants.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Compliance Accountability.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen processing

Clerical tasks

Communication

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.

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:

Grade 365

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• 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