Phlebotomist

Katmai Government Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

EAP

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Federal Holidays (11)

Leave of Absence

Job summary

Katmai Government Services seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to collect, identify, label, process, and transport blood specimens in a clinical setting. You will adhere to patient identification protocols, infection control, and safety procedures while delivering professional, compassionate care to patients of diverse ages.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, sample labeling with patient details and dates, transporting to the lab, and centrifuging samples per state requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician with active certification.
• Active BLS certification required.
• Background check and security clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients.
• Label patient samples with names and dates.
• Perform venipuncture using approved methods.
• Transport specimens to laboratory.
• Follow infection control and PPE standards.
• Maintain accurate records and attend training.
• Provide instruction and training as requested following Preceptor/Instructor status.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture experience

Patient service & communication skills

Infection control knowledge

Ability to work in fast-paced clinical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Technician certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Summary

Collect, identify, label, process, and transport blood specimens while following proper patient identification, infection control, and safety procedures. Provide professional and compassionate care to patients of varying ages and health conditions.

• Collect blood samples from patients
• Practice proper patient identification, especially when working on hospital floors
• Label vials with patient names and dates
• Decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient
• Transport all specimen samples to a nearby laboratory
• Centrifuge blood samples in accordance with applicable state regulations and requirements
• Work with a large number of patients varying in age and health status
• Practice infection control and Personal Protective Equipment standards
• Complete extensive standardized training and demonstrate competency to perform each job function and commit to perform only those tasks for which documented training has been completed
• Provide instruction and training as requested following designation of Preceptor/Instructor status
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Summary

Collect, identify, label, process, and transport blood specimens while following proper patient identification, infection control, and safety procedures. Provide professional and compassionate care to patients of varying ages and health conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients
• Practice proper patient identification, especially when working on hospital floors
• Label vials with patient names and dates
• Decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient
• Transport all specimen samples to a nearby laboratory
• Centrifuge blood samples in accordance with applicable state regulations and requirements
• Work with a large number of patients varying in age and health status
• Practice infection control and Personal Protective Equipment standards
• Complete extensive standardized training and demonstrate competency to perform each job function and commit to perform only those tasks for which documented training has been completed
• Provide instruction and training as requested following designation of Preceptor/Instructor status
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school equivalent and completion of an approved program by the certifying body
• Must possess a certification and registration as a Phlebotomy Technician from one of the following certifying agencies: the American Society of Clinical Pathology (PBT-ASCP), the American Medical Technologists (RPT-AMT), American Certification Agency (CPT- ACA), American Medical Certification Association (PTC-AMCA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCPT-NCCT/MMCI), or National Health career Association (CPT-NHA)
• Must have an Active BLS Certification
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience performing venipuncture and specimen collection
• Strong patient service and communication skills
• Knowledge of infection control and safety procedures
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment

Work Schedule

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a clinical laboratory setting with exposure to biological specimens, chemicals, reagents, laboratory equipment, and biological waste. Position requires frequent interaction with laboratory personnel and adherence to established safety, quality control, and infection control procedures.

Physical Demands

Position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and repetitive use of hands for handling tissue specimens, laboratory instruments, and equipment. Employee may be required to lift and carry laboratory supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Position requires close visual attention and fine motor skills when embedding and sectioning tissue and operating laboratory equipment. It is Katmai's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Benefits

Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation & Sick Leave, 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence.

Compliance

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).