Certified Phlebotomist II - Clinical Laboratory​/Evenings - Req

Certified Phleoptomist II - Clinical Laboratory - Full Time/Evenings - Req#

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 use all necessary equipment
• Clean laboratory equipment, work surfaces and glassware
• Receive and stock supplies
• Record temperatures and notify the 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
• Perform at least 10 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

• Basic computer operations
• Specimen requirements
• Safe handling of biological samples
• Basic isolation techniques
• Special needs and behaviors of age‑specific groups and proficiency in required areas

Skills

• Performing venipuncture and capillary draws
• Effective oral and written communication
• Accurately recording values

Abilities

• Follow directions accurately
• 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

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

• Adhere to AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
• Adhere to AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Adhere to AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
• Adhere to the department dress code
• Organize work and establish priorities
• Expand on own initiative in performance of duties
• Follow telephone etiquette/standards
• Conform to AVH Standards of Excellence
• Function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
• Communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers, and other hospital staff
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, hospital, and department information
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Safely use all equipment necessary to carry out duties
• Interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
• Conform with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
• Support hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
• Participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
• Work as a team player and support the AVH Board of Directors’ values and mission statement
• Provide the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
• Demonstrate knowledge of Corporate Compliance rules and report potential issues appropriately

• Ability to perform duties in a normal hospital clinical laboratory environment
• May require long periods of standing or sitting
• Short periods of bending
• Limited lifting
• Pushing/pulling a phlebotomy cart and/or carrying a phlebotomy tray
• Handling of biological specimens

Seniority Level: Not Applicable

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care