Laboratory Assistant - Pre-Analytics - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Glendale, CA to support the department by obtaining blood specimens, ensuring specimen integrity, and handling transport and processing tasks. The role includes clerical duties such as answering inquiries and disseminating reports.

The position requires a graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program and a CPT certification, with at least 1 year of phlebotomy experience, ideally in an acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program.
• 1 year experience in Phlebotomy (acute care setting preferred).
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician – CPT (CA DPH).
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or obtainable within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples by venipuncture or capillary methods as requested.
• Screen specimens for acceptability per guidelines.
• Deliver blood products and surgical specimens to appropriate sections.
• Process, distribute, or package all specimens received.
• Handle inquiries about lab results and specimen status.
• Communicate with patients, staff, and guests professionally.
• Adhere to hospital and department policies.
• Perform additional clerical and clinical duties as needed.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Laboratory Assistant is the department's primary support system and is responsible for procuring blood samples from patients, for preserving the integrity of specimens and for proper transporting, processing and preparation of all samples. Support from Laboratory Assistants also includes clerical functions such as answering telephone inquiries from other departments of the facility, dissemination of laboratory reports and communicating with referral laboratories utilized by the department.

Essential Duties

• Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient.
• Receives and screens specimens with regard to acceptability as defined by established guidelines.
• Delivers blood products to Surgery and for the delivery of surgical specimens to the appropriate sections of the Laboratory.
• Processes, distributes, or packages all specimens received (except Anatomic Pathology samples).
• Responsible for handling all inquiries for lab results, specimen status and general information regarding the Department and its functions.
• Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with patients, co-workers and guests of the institution, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient.
• Adheres to established Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Carries out additional clinical and clerical duties to meet the needs of the Department.
• Maintains professional growth and development. Actively participates in Department's Quality Improvement program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Specialized/technical training: Graduate from an accredited Phlebotomy Program
• 1 year Experience in Phlebotomy (preferably in an acute care facility setting)
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Phlebotomy (preferably in an acute care facility setting)

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician – CPT (CA DPH)
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.00 - $39.10. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.