Laboratory Technician I

San Antonio Community Hospital; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio Community Hospital in California is seeking a Venipuncture Technician to perform venipuncture/skin puncture on patients of all ages, accessions specimens into the laboratory LIS, and prepare specimens for referral to reference labs.

The role requires a high school diploma, one year venipuncture experience (preferred), and CDPH California certification. Candidates must demonstrate age-specific competencies and safely operate lab equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: One year venipuncture experience in an acute care facility preferred.
• License: CDPH California certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture/skin puncture on patients of all ages.
• Accessions specimens into the laboratory LIS.
• Process and distribute specimens to testing areas.
• Prepare specimens for referral to reference labs.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Specimen collection devices

Computer

Centrifuge

Job description

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

Performs venipuncture/skin puncture on patients of all ages for the purpose of obtaining a blood specimen for laboratory testing. Accessions specimens into the laboratory LIS. Processes and distributes specimens to the testing areas of the lab. Prepares specimens for referral to reference labs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:One year previous venipuncture experience in an acute care facility is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:Employee must demonstrate age specific competencies for the specific work area in which the employee works and cares for patients.

License and Certifications: CDPH - California State certification required.

Equipment:Specimen collection devices, Computer, Centrifuge.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical requirments of the job as noted in the job description.

PAY RANGE

$23.00 - $31.82

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills.For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.