Phlebotomist

San Bernardino County; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Phlebotomists who collect blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients according to established standards and practices. Phlebotomists are responsible for ensuring the quality of the blood specimens taken, delivering specimens for processing and using hospital computer programs to input and retrieve laboratory order information.

This recruitment may be used to fill Extra Help and Per Diem positions as needed.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months venipuncture experience in a medical environment is required.
• Must possess and maintain a current State of California CPT-1 or CPT-2 license with the Department of Public Health.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients according to established standards and practices.
• Ensure the quality of the blood specimens collected.
• Deliver specimens for processing and use hospital computer systems to input and retrieve laboratory order information.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Excellent communication

Education

State of California CPT-1 or CPT-2 license

Job description

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Phlebotomists who collect blood specimens from inpatients and outpatients according to established standards and practices. Phlebotomists are responsible for ensuring the quality of the blood specimens taken, delivering specimens for processing and using hospital computer programs to input and retrieve laboratory order information.

For more detailed information, refer to the Phlebotomist job description.

This recruitment may be used to fill Extra Help and Per Diem positions as needed. Hours may vary for Extra Help and Per Diem positions depending on the needs of the department. Full-time hours are not guaranteed. Extra help and Per Diem positions are paid at a higher salary and are in the Unclassified Service which serve at the discretion of the appointing authority. These positions participate in the County's Part-time Seasonal Temporary (PST) Deferred Compensation Plan and do not earn any other benefits. Candidates selected for Extra-Help or Per Diem positions are not precluded from being considered for full-time positions and may remain on the list for full-time employment. Be sure to indicate availability for Extra-Help, or Part-Time or Per Diem on the application in order to be considered.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS & RETIREMENT

To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, which includes verification of employment history and education, in addition to a physical exam and TB test.

Work Schedule: Incumbents must be available to work 12-hour shifts, variable shifts, weekends, and holidays. Indicate your availability on the supplemental application.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Experience: Six (6) months of full-time equivalent venipuncture experience in a medical environment.

Certification: Must possess and maintain a current State of California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1 or CPT-2) license with the Department of Public Health.

The department seeks candidates who are able to adapt to changes in assignments/schedules and priorities in a positive manner. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills while working with patients and explaining the phlebotomy process.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.