Phlebotomist, Full-time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Castle in Kailua, HI is seeking a skilled Phlebotomy Technician to join the Clinical Laboratory. The role focuses on obtaining blood specimens, venipunctures, and accurate specimen handling to support diagnostic testing.

The position requires HS/GED with preferred associate degree and relevant phlebotomy certification; BLS is also required. Join a dedicated team delivering quality patient care in a hospital setting on O’ahu's Windward Coast.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent required in CA; preferred in OR and HI.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
• Verifies specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type/volume for the indicated testing.
• Processes samples using aseptic technique and prepares required paperwork for testing and reference lab testing.
• Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records and to explain procedures.
• Communicates effectively with other departments and staff to facilitate flow and quality of lab work.
• Monitors and maintains equipment per regulations; follows guidelines for missed collections and difficult phlebotomies.
• Assists in ordering supplies and manages stock, expiration dates, and deliveries.
• Coordinates with Lead Phlebotomist to run quality controls and participate in QA activities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services, urgent cares and a vast scope of services located throughout O'ahu. In 2017, Adventist Health Castle was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. O'ahu is known for its ideal climate, diverse culture and picturesque landscape. The allure of Castle's laid-back lifestyle is complimented by its close-knit and proud community.

Job Summary

Performs specimen collection and accession receiving. Distributes specimens to designated departments. Collects and processes appropriate patient specimens and samples for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease to conduct medical laboratory testing. Focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection; may perform other, less complex technical and clerical tasks.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II or Medical Laboratory Technician license (MLT): Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks. Verifies specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type/volume for the indicated testing. Processes samples using aseptic technique and prepares required paperwork for appropriate testing and reference lab testing. Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records and to explain procedures.
• Communicates effectively with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices, to facilitate the flow and quality of lab work.
• Monitors and maintains equipment as needed per regulations, interfacing with clinical engineering and technical consultant when appropriate. Follows established guidelines for missed collections, recollects, and difficult phlebotomies.
• Assists in ordering supplies, noting expiration dates, usage, and delivery times for stock and non-stock items; upon delivery checks received items against items ordered, puts away stock, rotates items for expiration dates, and discards expired items.
• Coordinates with Lead Phlebotomist to run quality controls daily as needed as well as other required testing. Performs proficiency testing per regulatory agency procedures and documented according to established guidelines. Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 70840

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-09-15T16:08:48+00:00

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations :

Kailua, HI, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $22.03 to $28.74. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Clinical Laboratory

Shift Length : 8 Hours