Phlebotomist I: Patient-Focused Lab Draws

01 Kaweah Delta Health Care District; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks a Phlebotomist to properly identify patients before blood collection, perform venipuncture and capillary puncture, and process specimens in the laboratory information system. The role requires effective communication, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.

The position is within the Clinical Laboratory, with potential multi-site coverage. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and CA Phlebotomy I certification; medical office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• License / Certification: CA Phlebotomy I.
• Education: High School Diploma.
• Experience: Medical office preferred.
• Communicates effectively with patients, the public, and healthcare personnel.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and records demographics.
• Receives and processes patient and test information.
• Performs venipuncture and capillary puncture per procedures.
• Labels specimens with pertinent information and delivers them as required.
• Inputs data into hospital information systems and operates lab communications systems.
• Maintains quality control and participates in quality improvement.
• Follows safety procedures during accidents and attends safety meetings.
• Trains new employees when required and may work at another site.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CA Phlebotomy I certification

Job description

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks a Phlebotomist to properly identify patients before blood collection, perform venipuncture and capillary puncture, and process specimens in the laboratory information system. The role requires effective communication, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.

The position is within the Clinical Laboratory, with potential multi-site coverage. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and CA Phlebotomy I certification; medical office experience is preferred.