Phlebotomist: Patient-Centered Lab Support

Ocean State Job Lot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for collecting specimens from patients and assisting the CLS when possible. You will report to the Phlebotomy Lead and Lab Manager and represent the laboratory to patients and hospital staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6 months of blood collection experience (3 years preferred), BLS certification, and CPI Blue Card within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Proficient with LIS and computer applications.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• CPI Blue Card within 90 days of hire or per requirement notification.

Responsibilities

• Assures that phlebotomy supplies are restocked for all three shifts.
• Responsible for all clerical duties.
• Communicates appropriately with coworkers, hospital personnel, and physicians.
• Maintain coverage of the laboratory to provide adequate patient care, including last-minute schedule changes.
• Collects samples from inpatients using venipuncture or skin puncture techniques.
• Inventories, reports and restocks all phlebotomy testing supplies.
• Delivers specimens to the lab as needed.
• Data entry and LIS proficiency; proficient with manual LIS backup.
• Assist customers with LIS information.
• Workplace cleanliness and neatness; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

LIS proficiency

Computer applications

BLS certification

CPI Blue Card

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for collecting specimens from patients and assisting the CLS when possible. You will report to the Phlebotomy Lead and Lab Manager and represent the laboratory to patients and hospital staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6 months of blood collection experience (3 years preferred), BLS certification, and CPI Blue Card within 90 days.