Phlebotomist: Patient-Centered Lab Support

Mlk-Community-Healthcare-; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for specimen collection and support in the laboratory. The role includes assisting the CLS, handling clerical duties, and representing the lab to patients and staff.

The position emphasizes accurate testing, quality patient care, and alignment with the hospital mission and core values. Qualifications include at least 6 months of blood collection experience, potential CA Phlebotomy Technician license, and BLS and CPI Blue Card within

Qualifications

• 6 months of blood specimen collection experience; 3 years preferred.
• Internal CA Certified Phlebotomy Technician License will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Restock phlebotomy supplies across all shifts.
• Perform clerical duties for the laboratory.
• Communicate with coworkers, hospital staff and physicians.
• Maintain laboratory coverage to ensure patient care, including last-minute schedule changes.
• Collect specimens from inpatients using venipuncture or skin puncture per policies.
• Inventory, report and restock phlebotomy supplies to ensure continuity.
• Deliver specimens to the lab as needed.
• Data entry and proficient use of the LIS computer systems; proficient with manual LIS backup.
• Assist customers with LIS information.
• Keep the workplace clean and neat.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LIS proficiency

BLS certification

CPI Blue Card

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LIS

Computer applications

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for specimen collection and support in the laboratory. The role includes assisting the CLS, handling clerical duties, and representing the lab to patients and staff.

The position emphasizes accurate testing, quality patient care, and alignment with the hospital mission and core values. Qualifications include at least 6 months of blood collection experience, potential CA Phlebotomy Technician license, and BLS and CPI Blue Card within