Phlebotomist, Outpatient, Part Time, Days

PIH Health Hospital; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to draw blood from patients while ensuring minimal discomfort. The role requires working effectively with other personnel to provide quality services and performing various blood and chemical analyses.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, adaptable, and possess strong clinical and communication skills. A high school diploma, phlebotomy training, and current venipuncture certificate are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to resolve biophysical and psychological needs of patients.
• Must work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of infection control and safety.
• Adaptable and accurate in work.
• Ability to perform visual tasks and fine motor skills.
• Competent in clinical practices.
• Experience with cash transactions.
• Proficient in computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from patients minimizing discomfort.
• Collaborate with personnel for efficient services.
• Perform various blood and chemical analyses.

Skills

Verbal and written skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong clinical skills

Data entry and typing skills

Basic math skills

Dependability

Visual acuity

Motor coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a phlebotomy training program

Current venipuncture certificate

Job description

The Phlebotomist in this position draws blood from patients with minimum discomfort and pain, for the performance of various blood and chemical analyses; works effectively with other personnel to provide efficient and effective services.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting‑edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• With consideration to age, employee utilizes the approved process to resolve biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs of patient and significant other when administering care.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment which may include a considerable amount of walking, and physical assistance for patients.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and safety.
• Adaptability and accuracy.
• Must have good visual acuity and motor coordination.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle cash transactions.
• Strong computer skills (data entry and typing).
• Honest, dependable, and conscientious.

Required Experience

• Formal training will be indicated by a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an approved phlebotomy training program.
• Current venipuncture certificate.
• Previous experience in a laboratory at a multi‑specialty clinic.
• Position requires every other Saturday 7am to 12pm availability.

Address: 12462 Putnam Street

Salary: 21.00-33.91

Shift: Days

Zip Code: 90602