Certified Phlebotomist II - Clinical Laboratory​/Nights - Req

Certified Phlebotomist II - Clinical Laboratory - Full Time/Nights - Req#

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Under the immediate direction of the Laboratory Phlebotomy/Processing Supervisor and the Laboratory Assistant Director, the Certified Phlebotomist II performs various duties associated with specimen collection and processing for laboratory testing. Duties include venipuncture and capillary draws, specimen handling, maintaining supplies, equipment operation, answering questions related to specimens and testing, and assisting with the training of new phlebotomists.

• Collect laboratory specimens and perform venipuncture and capillary sticks on patients
• Assist with the processing of laboratory specimens
• Organize laboratory orders by priority and specimen type for proper collection and handling of specimens
• Operate the LIS and HIS as required for the position
• Follow proper isolation techniques
• Safely and effectively use all necessary equipment
• Cleans laboratory equipment, work surfaces and glassware
• Receive and stock supplies
• Record temperatures and notify appropriate Clinical Laboratory Scientist of out‑of‑range values
• Answer questions regarding test orders, specimen requirements and specimen availability
• Demonstrate proper use of scripting techniques
• Participate in Continuing Education for personal growth and maintenance of certificates and licenses
• Assure completion of all yearly competency testing
• Assist in training new phlebotomists
• Demonstrate competence with computer downtime procedures
• Ability to perform at least ten draws per hour of average complexity

• Help distribute supplies to other departments as needed
• Transport specimens and supplies between the main hospital lab and satellite locations
• Add support to other laboratory staff as necessary

• Knowledge of basic computer operations
• Knowledge of specimen requirements
• Knowledge of safe handling of biological samples
• Knowledge of basic isolation techniques
• Demonstrates knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age‑specific groups and proficiency in required area

• Skill in performing venipuncture and capillary draws
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill to accurately record values

• Ability to follow directions accurately
• Ability to exhibit courteous, helpful and professional behavior in dealing with patients, public and peers

• Certified Phlebotomist II – six months of related phlebotomy experience required
• Experience with infants and pediatrics is recommended
• Some experience at an acute‑care hospital is desirable

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required

• Possession of a current Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II license issued by the State of California Department of Public Health

• Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
• Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers and other hospital staff
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Safely and effectively use all equipment necessary to carry out duties
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
• Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
• Ab…