Phlebotomy Tech Certified: Venipuncture

Hoag Health System; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Orange County seeks a Certified Phlebotomy Technician to join our laboratory team. The CPT collects, receives, processes and distributes specimens and performs patient phlebotomy across multiple locations, ensuring accurate labeling and proper safety practices.

The successful candidate maintains aseptic technique, communicates results clearly, and stays current with department policies, SOPs and error-tracking documentation.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Current California CPT I certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, receive, process and distribute laboratory specimens.
• Perform patient phlebotomy at different locations.
• Communicate test results inter- and intra-department as needed.
• Maintain equipment and supply par levels.
• Maintain aseptic techniques when collecting specimens and use appropriate technique when drawing blood.
• Label specimens immediately after collection.
• Dispose used needles and supplies in suitable containers.
• Maintain knowledge of departmental SOPs, safety and computer functions related to orders and receipt of specimens.
• Project professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct.
• Maintain current knowledge of departmental updates, policies and procedures.
• Resolve problems with documentation in the laboratory’s error tracking system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Aseptic technique

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Job Description

• The Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) collects, receives, processes and distributes laboratory specimens.
• The CPT performs patient phlebotomy at different locations.
• The CPT communicates tests results inter- and intra-department as needed.
• The CPT helps to maintain equipment and supply par levels.
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of various phlebotomy techniques.
• Maintains aseptic techniques when collecting specimens and uses appropriate technique when drawing blood.
• Labels specimen immediately after completion of the procedure.
• Disposes used needles and supplies in suitable containers.
• The CPT maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge includes the use of specialized equipment, patient identification and specimen labeling requirements, lab safety and computer functions related to order and receipt of specimens.
• The CPT projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct, and supports the laboratory mission.
• The CPT will maintain current knowledge of departmental updates, policies and procedures.
• Uses initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through, including documentation in the laboratory’s error tracking system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) collects, receives, processes and distributes laboratory specimens.
• The CPT performs patient phlebotomy at different locations.
• The CPT communicates tests results inter- and intra-department as needed.
• The CPT helps to maintain equipment and supply par levels.
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of various phlebotomy techniques.
• Maintains aseptic techniques when collecting specimens and uses appropriate technique when drawing blood.
• Labels specimen immediately after completion of the procedure.
• Disposes used needles and supplies in suitable containers.
• The CPT maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge includes the use of specialized equipment, patient identification and specimen labeling requirements, lab safety and computer functions related to order and receipt of specimens.
• The CPT projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct, and supports the laboratory mission.
• The CPT will maintain current knowledge of departmental updates, policies and procedures.
• Uses initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through, including documentation in the laboratory’s error tracking system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

License Required

• CPT 1

Certifications Required

• Must meet and maintain current State of California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI) certification

Certifications Preferred

• N/A

About Us

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.

For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.

Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.

Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.

To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/ .

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.