Lab Assistant​/Phlebotomist; Part Time

Work Location:

Orange, California

Work Shift:

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

The Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist is responsible for providing skilled specimen collection via venipuncture and capillary sticks while providing exceptional customer service as the face of the laboratory. They are responsible for receiving and processing samples as well as packaging samples for send‑outs. They distribute samples tested in‑house to different testing benches. The Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist is also responsible for carrying out clerical tasks including, but not limited to, computer data entry, telephone reception, and other general lab duties.

Pay Range Minimum $23.00
• Midpoint $29.64
• Maximum $36.28. Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

• Required:
  
  Minimum one (1) year phlebotomy experience.
• Preferred:
  One (1) or more years of infant/pediatric blood collection experience.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent. Graduation from Phlebotomist Tech training program.
• Preferred:
  Completion of some college level courses.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, judgment, and problem‑solving skills.
• Be a team player; ability to operate lab equipment and proficient in human venipuncture techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, poise, and composure in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

• Required:
  
  Certified Phlebotomist Tech 1 (California).

Light – Moderate energy level.

• Lift and carry 25‑35 lbs.
• Push/pull 50‑100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).
• Bending, Carry objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation.

• Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Occasional 0‑35%.
• Lifting (Waist level and above) – Occasional 0‑35%.

• Color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.

• Airborne communicable disease.
• Bloodborne pathogens.
• Chemical, dust particular matter.
• Extreme noise levels.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Radiation.
• Uneven surfaces or elevations.

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC.