Phlebotomist, Per Diem, Variable Shift

Adventist Health; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a skilled phlebotomist in Hawaii to perform specimen collection, accessioning, and processing for diagnostic testing, with emphasis on venipuncture and proper specimen handling.

You will verify patient information, follow aseptic techniques, and coordinate with departments to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. This role supports the lab’s daily operations in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood specimens by venipuncture and finger sticks with proper ID.
• Process samples using aseptic technique and prepare paperwork for testing.
• Communicate with patients to obtain required information for records and instructions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Performs specimen collection and accession receiving. Distributes specimens to designated departments. Collects and processes appropriate patient specimens and samples for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease to conduct medical laboratory testing. Focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection; may perform other, less complex technical and clerical tasks.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II or National Healthcareer Association phlebotomy certification (CPT‑NHA) or National Center for Competency phlebotomy certification (CPT‑NCCT) or Medical Laboratory Technician license (MLT): Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks. Verifies specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type/volume for the indicated testing. Processes samples using aseptic technique and prepares required paperwork for appropriate testing and reference lab testing. Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records and to explain procedures.
• Communicates effectively with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices, to facilitate the flow and quality of lab work.
• Monitors and maintains equipment as needed per regulations, interfacing with clinical engineering and technical consultant when appropriate. Follows established guidelines for missed collections, recollects, and difficult phlebotomies.
• Assists in ordering supplies, noting expiration dates, usage, and delivery times for stock and non‑stock items; upon delivery checks received items against items ordered, puts away stock, rotates items for expiration dates, and discards expired items.
• Coordinates with Lead Phlebotomist to run quality controls daily as needed as well as other required testing. Performs proficiency testing per regulatory agency procedures and documented according to established guidelines. Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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