Phlebotomist Per Diem Overnights

Kindred; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 3,168,000 - 3,327,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Brea is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and related specimen collection and clerical lab duties under the supervision of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager. The role requires fluency in English and basic computer skills.

The successful candidate will collect specimens, label and document them, maintain supplies, and assist in laboratory functions as needed, contributing to efficient patient testing and care at our 48-bed facility in Brea, CA.

Qualifications

• HS Graduate or equivalent.
• Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and procedures.
• Explain collection procedures and provide general testing information to facilitate patient understanding.
• Label and record all test tubes, log procedures, file paperwork.
• Maintain venipuncture trays and organize supply levels; order supplies as needed.
• Document specimen collection and related functions in the electronic lab system.
• Perform clerical duties and assist in laboratory functions as directed by Lab Manager/Director.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic computer skills

Zero travel

Education

HS Diploma

Phlebotomy training

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Brea helps patients return to the lives they love.

Description

Kindred Hospital Brea helps patients return to the lives they love.

At our 48-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey.

We also offer a 4-bed ICU and three negative pressure rooms to accommodate particularly serious conditions.

We are located less than a mile north of Brea Junior High School and conveniently surrounded by restaurants and shops.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.

Essential Functions

• Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
• Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
• Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
• Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed.
• Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
• Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $23.00-$24.15/hr.

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• HS Graduate or equivalent.
• Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.

Licenses/Certifications

• Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• State license/registration as required by state
• Current BLS required.

Experience

• Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.