Phlebotomist

Dignity Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health's St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect diagnostic specimens, perform venipuncture and capillary puncture across departments, and support ECGs and testing.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, patient comfort, and adherence to privacy and safety standards. Candidates should show competency in phlebotomy, strong communication, and familiarity with lab terminology, with CA licensure and a CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Six months clinical lab training or one year reference lab experience.
• Phlebotomist license: CA.
• Driver's license: CA.
• Associates degree in science preferred.
• Graduate from Medical Assistant school is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on patients of all ages with proper order of draw.
• Execute ECG tracings, TB skin inoculations, and point-of-care testing per policy.
• Follow patient identification, consent, privacy, and rights during collection.
• Process, label, and transport specimens; maintain nursing activity logs and data accuracy.
• Maintain phlebotomy equipment and keep work area clean and stocked.
• Communicate test orders with providers and resolve order/specimen issues.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree in science

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Phlebotomist, you will help patients of all ages obtain necessary diagnostic biological specimens so they can receive accurate and timely medical care.

Every day you will perform precise venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques across various medical settings, including in-patient, outpatient, and emergency departments. You will be expected to also handle clerical duties, transport and process specimens, perform ECGs, and operate various laboratory and IT systems, ensuring patient comfort and maintaining meticulous records.

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate competency in all phlebotomy procedures, possess strong communication skills, an understanding of laboratory terminology, and the ability to work accurately with numbers and computer systems, all while upholding the highest standards of patient care and ethical conduct.

• Perform accurate venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures on patients of all ages, including newborns, pediatrics, and geriatrics, while adhering to proper order-of-draw protocols.
• Execute specialized clinical tasks including ECG tracings, TB skin inoculations, and point-of-care testing in accordance with medical center policies.
• Strictly follow patient identification protocols, ensure informed consent, and maintain patient privacy, modesty, and rights throughout the collection process.
• Process, label, and transport biological specimens to the laboratory, ensuring all data entry and nursing activity logs are accurate and completed within required timeframes.
• Competently utilize and maintain phlebotomy equipment (such as vacutainers, syringes, and lancets) and ensure the work area remains clean, organized, and adequately stocked.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare providers regarding test orders and assist in investigating and resolving any issues related to orders or specimen integrity.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate or GED
• Six months training in a clinical laboratory or one year experience in a reference laboratory
• Phlebotomist: CA
• Driver's License: CA

Preferred

• Associates degree desired with science background or
• Graduate from Medical Assistant School

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$34.77 - $39.23 /hour