Certified Phlebotomy Tech - Clinical Lab - 140913

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service.

About the role

The Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) performs timely and accurate blood draws for inpatients, emergency department patients, and outpatients. They are responsible for specimen processing, accessioning, phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks, customer service, clerical duties, problem resolution, record keeping, supply inventory and maintenance, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Additional responsibilities include effective communication with laboratory customers, operation of instruments, and preventive maintenance appropriate to the assigned section/department. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with current laboratory safety standards. Maintains a current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the State of California Laboratory Field Services.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws for inpatients, emergency department patients, and outpatients.
• Conduct specimen processing, accessioning, phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks.
• Provide customer service and perform clerical duties.
• Resolve problems and maintain accurate records.
• Manage supply inventory and ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory customers.
• Operate and maintain instruments, performing preventive maintenance as needed.
• Adhere to laboratory safety standards, regulations, and ethical requirements.
• Follow hospital isolation, infection control protocols, and ensure patient comfort and safety.

Requirements

• Current Phlebotomy Certification issued by the State of California Laboratory Field Services (CPT).
• Minimum one (1) year phlebotomy lab experience, preferably in a large, complex healthcare system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, safety standards, and ethical requirements.
• Knowledge of hospital isolation, infection control protocols, and patient comfort/safety.
• Demonstrated competency in specimen collection, specimen preparation, storage, and disposal procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Effective communication with patients, staff, and healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• UCSD BART certification, or BLS at time of hire, with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.
• ED (Emergency Department) experience.
• Accessioning experience.
• Specimen processing experience.
• Recent CPT experience.

Special Conditions

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical.
• Must work variable shifts, weekend rotations, holidays, and swing shifts.
• May be required to travel to other UCSD sites.
• If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

Pay

Annual Full Pay Range: $61,930 - $77,005 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $29.66 - $36.88

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule

• 100% appointment (full-time).
• Variable, 8-hour shifts, Sunday through Saturday.