Phlebotomist Full Time Day

MLK Community Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 64,747,000 - 100,565,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect patient specimens and support the CLS where possible. The role includes clerical duties, LIS data entry, and ensuring timely sample delivery.

Requires CA Phlebotomy Technician License, BLS, and 6 months of blood collection experience (3 years preferred). On-site role with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in blood specimen collections (3 years preferred)
• Proficient with LIS and computer applications
• Current CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License
• Current BLS for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Restock phlebotomy supplies for all three shifts.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Communicate with coworkers, hospital personnel, and physicians.
• Maintain lab coverage to ensure adequate patient care.
• Collect samples from inpatients using venipuncture or skin puncture.
• Inventory, report, and restock phlebotomy supplies.
• Deliver specimens to the lab as needed.
• Data entry and LIS usage; operate LIS backups.
• Assist customers with LIS information.
• Keep the workplace clean and organized.
• Maintain professional telephone etiquette.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Communication skills

LIS proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

LIS (Lab Information System)

Job description

Position Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collection of specimens from patients. The phlebotomist is also cross-trained to assist the Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) when possible; assigned to assist in the specimen processing and filing. This person will report to the Phlebotomy Lead and Lab Manager Implements good public relations by representing the laboratory directly to patients, physicians and hospital staff at all times. Assures quality of work, workflow, turn‑around‑time; assures accurate testing to support quality patient care; accepts suggestions and corrections and adjusts to changing situations. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. It is expected that this individual will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values and shall support the Hospital’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement process activities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assures that phlebotomy supplies are restocked for all three shifts.
• Responsible for all clerical duties.
• Communicates appropriately with coworkers, hospital personnel, physicians at all times.
• Maintain coverage of the laboratory to provide adequate patient care, which may require “last minute” schedule changes.
• Collects samples from inpatients using standard venipuncture or skin puncture techniques according to established policies and procedures.
• Inventories, reports and restocks all phlebotomy testing supplies to ensure continuity of activities.
• Delivers specimens to the lab as needed.
• Responsible for data entry and appropriate proficiency using the Lab Information System (LIS) Computer systems.
• Is proficient in using manual backup to the Lab Information System (LIS).
• Assist customers with LIS Information.
• Assures that the workplace is clean and neat.
• Responsible for proper telephone etiquette at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Qualifications/Experience
• 6 months of experience required in blood specimen collections; 3 years preferred. Internal candidates with Current CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License will be considered.
• Special Skills/Knowledge
• Proficient with LIS and computer applications
• Current CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association.
• Must complete annual Workplace Violence Prevention Program/Certificate, per hospital policy, during initial training/orientation but not to exceed 30 days from hire/transfer.

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Salary Range (Depending on Experience)

$22.76 - $35.28

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