Phlebotomy - Phlebotomist II

TalentBurst; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Torrance is seeking a Phlebotomist II for 1st shift. The role involves drawing blood, maintaining records, and ensuring a safe environment while providing excellent patient care. Applicants should have strong phlebotomy skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 3 years phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for lab testing.
• Maintains required records and documentation while ensuring patient confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent phlebotomy skills

Superior Customer Focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Phlebotomist II - 1st Shift
Duration: 3+ Months
Location: Torrance CA90505
Shift/Time Zone: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm
Licenses Required: CA CPT active
Is Covid Vaccination Required?: Yes

Job Description:

• The Patient Services Representative II (PSR II) represents the face of our company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions.
• The PSR II draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.
• The PSR II has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner.
• The PSR II will demonstrate Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.
• Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor's office, a patient service center or as business needs dictate.
• Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe and professional environment.
• Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.
• Perform verification of patient demographic info / initials including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct.
• Maintains required records and documentation.
• Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to provide quality, error free work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
• Excellent phlebotomy skills to include pediatric and geriatric.
• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.
• Committed to all Policies & Procedures including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
• Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable.
• Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center/In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
• Must demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of our business.
• Training locations may vary based on trainer availability.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Work Experience:

• THREE years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.
• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred.