Phlebotomist - Part Time

Unio Specialty Care; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Unio Health Partners is seeking a Part Time Phlebotomist to collect blood samples and ensure patient safety across Encinitas locations. You will prepare specimens, document processes, and support daily lab operations in a patient-focused environment.

The role requires CA phlebotomy certification, high school diploma, and familiarity with LIS/EMR systems. Travel may be involved between offices; a supportive team and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• California-approved phlebotomy training program completed.
• CDPH CPT I or CPT II certification required.
• Current BLS certification preferred or required on hire.
• Experience with LIS/EMR systems preferred.
• Thorough venipuncture and capillary collection knowledge.
• Understanding of CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA and lab safety standards.
• Basic computer proficiency including EMR/LIS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients of all ages.
• Identifies patients using approved protocols prior to collection.
• Verifies test orders and completes required information before collection.
• Labels specimens at the patient’s side according to procedures.
• Processes specimens for in-house or reference testing.
• Monitors specimen quality and reports unacceptable specimens.
• Adheres to safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, HIPAA, CLIA, etc.).
• Properly disposes of biohazardous waste and sharps.
• Participates in competency assessments and continuing education.
• Assists with front office or laboratory support duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy proficiency

HIPAA/CLIA knowledge

Patient identification

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California-approved phlebotomy training program

CDPH CPT I/II certification

Tools

LIS systems

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Phlebotomists - Part Time

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Unio Health Partners (UHP) is a highly differentiated physician practice management platform with the goal of transforming care delivery across the Western United States. UHP partners with leading physician practices, creating a cohesive, quality-oriented clinical culture and facilitating best practice sharing across the platform. Our affiliated practices gain access to a broader suite of services, providing a meaningful benefit to both physicians and patients. UHP's best-in-class clinical program covers three sub-specialties (urology, gastroenterology, and radiation oncology) and offers numerous ancillary services, including pathology lab, in-office dispensing, and chronic care management. We are led by a highly accomplished management team and provide a full suite of management services to its affiliated practices. UHP is currently affiliated with 182 providers consisting of 119 physicians and 63 advanced practice providers operating out of 54 locations across Southern, Central, and Northern California.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood specimens and other approved patient samples for laboratory testing while ensuring patient safety, specimen integrity, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and organizational regulations. This position provides excellent patient service, accurately identifies patients, performs venipuncture and capillary collections, prepares specimens for transport and testing, maintains required documentation, and supports daily laboratory operations.

This is a Part Time position working 2-3 days a week with travel to both of our Encinitas locations

What you will be doing

• Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients of all ages using accepted laboratory procedures.
• Properly identifies patients using approved patient identification protocols prior to specimen collection.
• Verifies test orders and ensures all required information is complete before specimen collection.
• Labels specimens accurately and immediately at the patient's side according to laboratory procedures.
• Processes specimens by centrifuging, aliquoting, packaging, and preparing for in-house or reference laboratory testing.
• Monitors specimen quality and rejects or reports unacceptable specimens according to laboratory policies.
• Adheres to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, CDC infection prevention guidelines, HIPAA, CLIA regulations, California Department of Public Health requirements, and all organizational policies.
• Properly disposes of biohazardous waste and sharps according to regulatory requirements.
• Participates in competency assessments, continuing education, and mandatory training.
• Assists with front office or laboratory support duties as assigned.

What you will bring to the team

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a California-approved phlebotomy training program
• Current California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPT II) certification issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Laboratory Field Services, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred or required upon hire if required by department.
• Must maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout employment.
• Previous phlebotomy experience in a clinical, physician office, hospital, or laboratory setting preferred.
• Experience working with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic medical records preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of venipuncture and capillary collection techniques.
• Knowledge of specimen collection, handling, processing, storage, and transportation requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Understanding of CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, infection prevention, and laboratory safety standards.
• Basic computer proficiency, including EMR/LIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Travel Requirements

• Travel between company offices, laboratories, or clinic locations may be required to support operational and patient care needs.

Compensation is depending on a number of factors including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, or experience that may fall outside of the range shown