Phlebotomist II: Precise Blood Collection & Patient Care

Dignity Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood and specimen samples for diagnostics while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Responsibilities include performing venipunctures, labeling and preparing specimens, and maintaining strict safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have CA CPT I certification and strong communication and attention to detail, even under high volume or STAT conditions.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid CA CPT I certificate.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to stay calm under high volume and STAT conditions.
• Rigid accuracy in patient identification and venipuncture procedures across all ages.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport specimens from patients of all ages using approved venipuncture techniques.
• Take direction from senior phlebotomists and maintain professional conduct.
• Prepare microbiology specimens on culture media with correct lab identification.
• Operate laboratory information system and instrument software; monitor collection batches and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform rounds and monitor interfaces; resolve ADDS/CANCELLED tests and sign off orders.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

California Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I)

Job description

Dignity Health Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood and specimen samples for diagnostics while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Responsibilities include performing venipunctures, labeling and preparing specimens, and maintaining strict safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have CA CPT I certification and strong communication and attention to detail, even under high volume or STAT conditions.