Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2 Job at University of California- Davis Health

Overview

Job ID: 82051

Location: Sacramento

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Job Summary

This position supports the Departmental purpose by providing phlebotomy services to adolescent, adult, geriatric, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Additional functions include the timely and accurate receipt, accessioning, preparation and/or processing for analysis of various body fluids, tissues, and fecal material. Other duties include answering telephones, providing specimen collection information and results, filing, record keeping, supply inventory, ordering, equipment and general area maintenance. Incumbent will be assigned to outpatient laboratory locations within the Primary Care Network Clinics (PCN) for phlebotomy/venipuncture services. Additional laboratory functions may include specimen dispatch to department and/or referral laboratories and providing courier services (via University vehicles and/or on foot).

Apply By Date: 11/2/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Phlebotomist Technician
• Must be a Certified Phlebotomy Technician, licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
• Must have current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR or obtain within 3 months from hire date
• Must have the skills and experience to perform adult, geriatric, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal venipuncture and neonatal skin puncture in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Knowledge of laboratory specimen handling, processing and shipping requirements
• Knowledge of computer systems such as EMR, LIS, email, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work on several projects or tasks simultaneously and to exercise appropriate judgment when setting priorities
• Ability to prioritize and complete work to meet required turnaround times and deadlines
• Manual dexterity for pipetting and/or aliquoting specimens

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Clinical and Anatomic Pathology specimen types, including blood, tissues and body fluids
• Knowledge of Clinical and Anatomic Pathology policies, procedures, processes and workflows for phlebotomy and specimen processing, handling and transport
• Ability to maintain legible and accurate records
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and to use good judgement in handling situations not covered by written or verbal instructions
• Effective verbal communication skills to answer questions from internal and external customers
• Written communication skills to write clear emails, EMR messages, and reports
• Ability to resolve problems within the scope of job duties and knowledge
• Maintain composure and flexibility in an evolving environment
• Team player with ability to assist colleagues; ability to assume a lead role when requested
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Ability to recognize aberrant processes and use problem-solving skills for resolution

Key Responsibilities

• 65% - Phlebotomy duties
• 25% - Specimen handling
• 5% - Clerical duties
• 5% - Area maintenance / inventory

Department Overview

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department focused on diagnosing, treating, and reducing the burden of disease. The department is licensed, certified, and accredited by relevant bodies and operates across multiple facilities. This role supports high standards of patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic care, customer service, and education within UC Davis Health and affiliates.

Position Information

• Salary: $32.81 – $40.83 hourly
• Salary Grade: 292
• UC Job Title: CERT PHLEBOTOMY TCHN 2
• UC Job Code: 009293
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 80%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Day Shift - PCN Float
• Location: Surgery & Emergency Serv PAV (HSP010)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

UC Davis offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, leave benefits, holidays, paid time off, continuing education, and more. See Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees and UC Davis Employees for details. Union-represented employees have negotiated benefits under the applicable contract. Additional information on anti-discrimination policies and background checks is provided by UC Davis.

Physical, Environmental, Mental Demands

• Physical: standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, climbing, reaching, keyboard use
• Environmental: chemicals, dust, gases, fumes, loud noise, humidity/temperature changes
• Mental: sustained attention, problem solving, organization, communication, numerical skills, continuous interaction, and multiple concurrent tasks

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke-free campus. Overtime, weekend, holiday, and on-call work may be required. Variable shifts to provide 24-hour coverage may be necessary.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position; employment contingent upon background check(s), drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
• Designation as a mandated reporter under CANRA; compliance with related policies and training
• Misconduct Disclosure: required to disclose relevant misconduct information as a condition of employment

Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

UC Davis is committed to equal opportunity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For anti-discrimination policy details, see UC policy. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply.