Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Laboratory Assistant II Job at Sutter Heal

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Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Overview

Position Overview: Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for Laboratory testing. Interacts with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behavior. Receives, sorts and accessions specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow. Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing. Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic pre-analytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens and receive, handle and process specimens for laboratory testing.
• Interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.
• Receive, sort and accessions specimens; assign to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow.
• Complete computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving and processing.
• Perform basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports and storing and/or retrieving specimens.
• Complete quality-related tasks such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked and safe work area, and monitoring pending work with escalation of priority items.
• Operate and/or use basic pre-analytic lab equipment.
• Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering patient care.

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or GED.
• Certification & Licensure: CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or II.
• Typical Experience: 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of ordering laboratory testing, collecting blood specimens, interacting with patients, and handling/processing biological specimens; ability to organize and prioritize tasks; ability to communicate effectively with diverse patients; ability to respond to fluctuations in volume and changes in workflow; adherence to procedures and regulatory requirements; critical thinking and problem solving; effective verbal and written communication; ability to work collaboratively.

Job Details

• Job Shift: Days
• Schedule: Full Time
• Shift Hours: 8
• Days of the Week: Monday - Friday
• Weekend Requirements: One Weekend Shift a month
• Benefits: Yes
• Unions: No
• Position Status: Non-Exempt
• Weekly Hours: 30
• Employee Status: Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range: $31.23 to $39.03 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.