Laboratory Assistant II, Irvine (On-call, Evening shift) at Kaiser Permanente

Irvine, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Venipuncture, Skin Puncture, Phlebotomy, Specimen Collection, Bar Coding, Centrifuging, Specimen Separation, Logging, Culturing, Staining, Inventory Management, Patient Interaction, Accessioning, Revenue Collection

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Job Summary: To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing. Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes 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. Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients 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. Monitors and 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 form all supervisors, leads and seniors. Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Pay Grade: 11 Basic Qualifications: Experience One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience. Education High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California) Additional Requirements: 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. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant college courses in the life sciences. Notes: • This is an On-Call position, days and hours may vary. • May need to travel to all South OC MOB labs. • Will work every other weekend & holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve performing venipuncture and skin puncture, along with executing pre-analytical and post-analytical steps for laboratory testing, adhering strictly to established policies and procedures. This includes proper sample labeling, transportation, and managing inventory levels for necessary supplies and reagents.