Laboratory Assistant II -West Los Angeles (Evening, 40 Hours)
Kaiser Permanente · Los Angeles, CA · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$32.47–$35.81/hrFull-time
About the Role
To perform venipuncture and skin puncture along with pre-analytical and post-analytical steps of laboratory testing.
Responsibilities
- Uphold Kaiser Permanente’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
- Select the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient.
- Assess the quality of blood to be drawn based on the patient’s age, physical maturation, and the test or study to be performed.
- Perform venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick proficiently on patients of all ages.
- Properly label samples and transport them to the laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required.
- Perform the pre-analytical phase of testing, including bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing, and staining of bacteriological specimens.
- Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents.
- Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients, and other personnel.
- Perform additional duties such as checking in patients, collecting revenue, accessioning test orders, and providing preparation instructions to patients.
- Handle difficult patients professionally.
- Display professionalism in attitude and appearance at all times.
- Follow directives from supervisors, leads, and seniors.
- Assume other activities and responsibilities as directed.
Requirements
- One (1) year of phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center, non-acute care setting, or equivalent military experience.
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED).
- Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California).
- Demonstrated ability to perform job duties/responsibilities at a fully satisfactory performance level.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant college courses in the life sciences.
Schedule
- Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Shift: Evening (02:00 PM – 10:30 PM).
- Workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (every other weekend as scheduled).
Pay
$32.47 - $35.81 per hour.
Work Setting
- Onsite at West Los Angeles Medical Center.
- Travel: Yes, 25% of the time.
Note: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification.