Outreach & Prevention Phlebotomist II — Mobile Services

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 63.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Venice Family Clinic is seeking an Outreach and Prevention Specialist – Certified Phlebotomist II to deliver site-based and field-based services through the Common Ground mobile unit and on-site locations. This role supports harm reduction efforts by participating in syringe service programs and providing community outreach services.

Responsibilities include testing for HIV, Hepatitis C and STIs, counseling, referral to care, data collection, and collaboration with the team to ensure program

Formación

• High school diploma and Phlebotomy certification from the State of California (CA CPT).
• Rapid Testing Certification with Los Angeles County (within 1 year of hire).
• 3-5 years of prior experience in public health, outreach and prevention advocacy.
• Knowledge with HIV, Viral Hepatitis and other STIs.
• Ability to drive mobile units and complete mandatory trainings; must possess active/valid CA State Driver's License and become an approved UCLA driver.
• Knowledge in harm reduction best practices and safe sharps disposal.
• Time Management skills, ability to prioritize needs, and possess an attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to successfully collect blood draws from individuals with damaged veins.
• Ability to support individuals who use both illicit and licit substances.

Responsabilidades

• Conducting HIV, Hepatitis C and STI testing ; delivering counseling; and educating clients on safe practices, overdose prevention, and harm reduction strategies.
• Ensures that newly diagnosed clients are promptly referred and connected to appropriate medical care and support services.
• Maintains strict client confidentiality while accurately completing data collection forms and compiling reports for monthly program evaluation.
• Collaborates with team members to support program operations and performs additional duties as assigned within the HIV prevention and outreach program.

Conocimientos

HIV testing

Phlebotomy

Outreach

Bilingual (Spanish)

Educación

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification (CA CPT)

Rapid Testing Certification (Los Angeles County)

Descripción del empleo

Venice Family Clinic is seeking an Outreach and Prevention Specialist – Certified Phlebotomist II to deliver site-based and field-based services through the Common Ground mobile unit and on-site locations. This role supports harm reduction efforts by participating in syringe service programs and providing community outreach services.

Responsibilities include testing for HIV, Hepatitis C and STIs, counseling, referral to care, data collection, and collaboration with the team to ensure program