Laboratory Assistant II

Kaiser Permanente; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I in San Rafael, CA. Under supervision, you will draw blood and process specimens, with tasks including documentation and reporting results to physicians.

You may handle test equipment under the direction of licensed personnel and support the Laboratory team in daily operations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and California Phlebotomy Technician certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• California Phlebotomy Technician licensure per state rules.
• Ability to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from patients via finger, heel, or vein using aseptic technique.
• Obtain correct specimen type and amount; document requests and results accurately.
• Inform physicians of released lab results.
• Process and route various medical specimens; stock supplies as needed.
• May operate or assist with test equipment under supervision.
• Trains and documents work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California)

Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)

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