Phlebotomy & Lab Testing Technician

Kaiser Permanente; Centennial, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Centennial, CO is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to support testing, delivery and distribution of lab results. The role involves venipuncture, capillary puncture and related specimen collection procedures, with a focus on accuracy and patient comfort.

You will follow Kaiser quality and safety policies, communicate clearly with patients and staff, and enter results into the laboratory computer system.

Qualifications

• Six months of phlebotomy experience within the last three years
• High school graduation or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program with an externship of at least 80 hours (or two years of phlebotomy experience, or a Medical Assistant program with phlebotomy training and six months of phlebotomy experience)
• Phlebotomy certification within 12 months of hire from a recognized body (ASPT, AMT, ASCP, NHA)
• Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Comply with Kaiser Permanente quality, safety and emergency policies
• Greet and communicate with patients in a courteous and professional manner
• Instruct patients on collection procedures and prepare specimens
• Perform waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing and enter results into the computer system
• Ensure specimen integrity, proper labeling and transport of specimens
• Maintain and startup/shutdown laboratory equipment
• Provide excellent customer service and handle routine inquiries
• Participate in laboratory orientation and ongoing education
• Maintain patient identification and time-out procedures
• Handle on-call duties and pager requirements

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Laboratory procedures

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Medical Assistant with phlebotomy training

Tools

Computer systems proficiency

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Centennial, CO is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to support testing, delivery and distribution of lab results. The role involves venipuncture, capillary puncture and related specimen collection procedures, with a focus on accuracy and patient comfort.

You will follow Kaiser quality and safety policies, communicate clearly with patients and staff, and enter results into the laboratory computer system.