Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Overview

St. Francis Medical Center is one of the leading comprehensive healthcare institutions in Los Angeles, serving 700,000 adults and 300,000 children with high‑quality, compassionate care. The hospital offers a full range of diagnostic and treatment services across specialties such as Cardiovascular, Surgical, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, and Emergency and Trauma Care. It is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, STEMI Receiving Center, ED Approved for Pediatrics, Geriatric ED, Level III Neonatal ICU, and Level II Trauma Center. For more information, visit www.stfrancismedicalcenter.com.

Responsibilities

• Meet the regulatory requirements of California Business and Professions Code 1246 and California Code of Regulations 1034, or other state certification requirements for clinical laboratory work.
• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages to obtain blood specimens for laboratory analysis, under the supervision of the Laboratory Director, Manager, or Supervisor.
• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication, and other clerical duties.
• Maintain adequate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors.
• Apply proper phlebotomy technique and equipment use for specimens ranging from newborns to geriatric patients.
• Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood‑bank specimens.
• Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock routine supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and work areas.
• Load specimens onto automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with sample pickup at the hospital/OR, sort samples for analysis, support pathology, manage inventory, replenish and order supplies, handle mail pickup/delivery, faxing, answering phones, product deliveries, and related tasks.
• Perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the department manager or director.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Current and valid state certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (required).
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current (required).
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience (preferred).

Pay

The current compensation rate for this role is $23.80 per hour. Final compensation will be determined at the time of hire based on factors such as skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Benefits

Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or employment status.

Schedule

Per Diem – Night shift.