Phlebotomy Technician – Fast-Paced Lab Support, Full Benefits

University of California, Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,950 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

UC Retirement Plan

Group Term Life Insurance

Legal Insurance

12 Paid Holidays + vacation and sick"

Transit/commuter benefits

Discount at UCSC recreation facilities

Job summary

University of California, Santa Cruz is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician to provide comprehensive patient care support in the laboratory. The role involves direct phlebotomy, assisting CLS with specimen collection and analysis, instrument maintenance, and administrative duties while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

The position is full-time at UCSC Main Campus with benefits and a 32-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Must hold California CDPH Laboratory Field Services Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints and interruptions.
• Demonstrated understanding of medical terminology.
• Flexibility to work with a variety of clinicians and departments.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy.
• Assists CLS with specimen collection, processing, and analysis.
• Operates and maintains lab instruments (urine dipstick analyzers, centrifuges).
• Prepares specimens for microscopy or sends to reference lab.
• Instructs patients in specimen collection and distributes containers.
• Maintains laboratory supplies and paperwork.
• Handles multiple tasks while coordinating with clinicians and staff.
• Maintains lab work area cleanliness and infection control.
• Assists with monthly statistical reports and billing forms.
• Performs pre-analytic testing for hematology, urinalysis, pregnancy testing after training.
• Maintains records and auditing of laboratory results.
• Uses Lab Info System (Orchard/Harvest) and Point and Click.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Flexibility

Working under pressure

Confidentiality

Education

Certified Phlebotomy Technician I/II (CDPH)

Tools

Orchard/Harvest LIMS

Point & Click

Job description

University of California, Santa Cruz is seeking a Certified Phlebotomy Technician to provide comprehensive patient care support in the laboratory. The role involves direct phlebotomy, assisting CLS with specimen collection and analysis, instrument maintenance, and administrative duties while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

The position is full-time at UCSC Main Campus with benefits and a 32-hour workweek.