Laboratory Assistant II (Baldwin Park, On Call)
Kaiser Permanente · Baldwin Park, CA · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Essential Responsibilities
- Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient.
- Affirms the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patient’s age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed.
- Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages.
- Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required.
- Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens.
- Maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
- Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel.
- Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients.
- Handles difficult patients in a professional manner.
- Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance.
- Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors.
- Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Requirements
- One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience.
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level.
- Note: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.
- Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
Qualifications
None specified.
Skills
None specified.
Benefits
None specified.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.