Phlebotomist: Patient-Focused Specimen Collection & LIS

MLK Community Healthcare; 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 Clinical Laboratory Scientist as available. You will support specimen processing, data entry in LIS, and ensure quality testing to deliver accurate results for patient care.

This role requires a High School diploma, 6 months of blood collection experience (3 years preferred), certification to work with LIS, and BLS from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• Must have six months of experience in blood specimen collection; three years preferred.
• Proficient with LIS and computer applications.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Restock phlebotomy supplies for all three shifts.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Communicate with coworkers, hospital personnel, and physicians at all times.
• Maintain coverage of the laboratory to ensure adequate patient care, including last-minute schedule changes.
• Collect blood specimens from inpatients using venipuncture or skin puncture according to policies.
• Inventory, report, and restock phlebotomy supplies to maintain continuity.
• Deliver specimens to the lab as needed.
• Data entry and proficiency with LIS; use manual backup when necessary.
• Assist customers with LIS information.
• Keep the workplace clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

LIS software

Computer applications

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab Information System (LIS)

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for collecting specimens from patients and assisting the Clinical Laboratory Scientist as available. You will support specimen processing, data entry in LIS, and ensure quality testing to deliver accurate results for patient care.

This role requires a High School diploma, 6 months of blood collection experience (3 years preferred), certification to work with LIS, and BLS from the American Heart Association.