To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical steps of laboratory testing. Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed. Perf... more details
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Job Summary:
To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical steps of laboratory testing.
Essential Responsibilities:
Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws
Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed. Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick as required, proficiently on patients of all ages
Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory as required.
Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory of supplies and reagents. Prepares and instructs patient and performs diagnostic EKG procedures in the outpatient setting as ordered.
Download EKG orders and transmits results via MUSE (analog phone lines)
Perform computer and device maintenance or cleaning and troubleshooting as needed.
Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors
Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Six (6) months phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting.
One (1) year Clinical Lab or equivalent military experience.
Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
Education
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
License, Certification, Registration
Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
Additional Requirements:
Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a full satisfactory performance level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
Notes:
This on-call position must meet at the least the 75% shift needs coverage based upon lab operational needs (per L30 CBA). Will be required to float.
Variable Start Time/End Time. Central County Lab Float (Vandever, Carmel Valley, Garfield, Point Loma, Clairemont Mesa). Works weekends and Holidays
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