Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist (Part Time)

Job Summary

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.

Experience Required

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

Education Required

• A High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Graduation from Phlebotomist Tech training program.

Specialized Skills Required

• 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.

Licensure Required

• Certified Phlebotomist Tech 1 (California).

Pay Range

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.

Work Environments

• Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level
• Lift and carry: 25-35 lbs. Push/pull: 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements

• 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

Sensory Requirements

• Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements

• Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations