Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Laboratory Assistant II

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Organization:

SCH-Sutter Coast Hospital 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.

Job Description :

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EDUCATION

HS Diploma:

High School or General Education Diploma (GED) provided prior to start date

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

CA Licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

II SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge and practice of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to: 1) ordering Laboratory testing, 2) collecting blood specimens, 3) compassionately and effectively interacting with patients, 4) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis. Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. 1) Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes. 2) Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors. Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to: 1) fluctuations in volume, 2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or IS failure, 3) shift-to-shift hand-offs, 4) STAT test orders, 5) specimen integrity issues, 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc. Adherence to

Practices & Procedures:

1) Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. 2) Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Applied Job Knowledge, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:

1) Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making. 2) Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes. 3) Effective verbal and written communication skills. 4) Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

Job Shift:

Varied Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours:

8/10 Blended Days of the

Week:

Variable Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Rotating Weekends Benefits:

No Unions:

No Position Status:

Non-Exempt Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $28.40 to $35.49 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.