Hospitals and Health Care · 501 to 1,000 employees
Adventist Health Central Coast (formerly Tenet Health Central Coast) is proud to serve the Central Coast of California. We offer care through two acute care hospitals, two imaging centers and an expansive primary and specialty care network.
Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one
of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a
353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs,
comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los
Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the
Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor
for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at
the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services
for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich
culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for
everyone in this culturally diverse city.
Job Summary:
Performs specimen collection and accession receiving. Distributes specimens to
designated departments. Collects and processes appropriate patient specimens and
samples for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease to conduct medical
laboratory testing. Focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection; may perform
other, less complex technical and clerical tasks.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
* High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and
HI
* Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related
experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
* Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II or Medical Laboratory
Technician license (MLT): Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
* Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII) or
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): Required
* Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy:
Required
Essential Functions:
* Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
Verifies specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type/volume
for the indicated testing. Processes samples using aseptic technique and
prepares required paperwork for appropriate testing and reference lab
testing. Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records
and to explain procedures.
* Communicates effectively with other departments and staff, including
physicians and their offices, to facilitate the flow and quality of lab work.
* Monitors and maintains equipment as needed per regulations, interfacing with
clinical engineering and technical consultant when appropriate. Follows
established guidelines for missed collections, recollects, and difficult
phlebotomies.
* Assists in ordering supplies, noting expiration dates, usage, and delivery
times for stock and non-stock items; upon delivery checks received items
against items ordered, puts away stock, rotates items for expiration dates,
and discards expired items.
* Coordinates with Lead Phlebotomist to run quality controls daily as needed as
well as other required testing. Performs proficiency testing per regulatory
agency procedures and documented according to established guidelines.
Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality assurance
activities.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and
patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required
vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where
applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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therein.
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving
more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of
care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and
values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and
hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and
talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff,
and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring
health, wholeness and hope.