Phlebotomist, Full Time, Day Shift, Clinical Lab

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary:

Provides leadership to the Phlebotomists, organizing and overseeing the day-to-day activities, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the patient reception/drawing area of the laboratory according to established protocols. Collects and processes appropriate patient specimens and samples for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease to conduct medical laboratory testing. Acts as a leader among other Phlebotomists; leads a team in the performance of phlebotomy and specimen collection.

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
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred
• Laboratory operations experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II or National Healthcareer Association phlebotomy certification (CPT-NHA) or National Center for Competency phlebotomy certification (CPT-NCCT): Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII) or NHA Certified Phlebotomy Tech (CPT-NHA) or Phlebotomy Tech-NCCT (NCCT-CPT): 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.
• Recognizes and reports abnormal results to ordering provider, calling critical results within the appropriate timeframe. Documents all laboratory tests and results appropriately on logs and patient records per requirements. Maintains updated files, including quality files and equipment documentation. Is responsible for maintaining supply inventory.
• 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. Orders supplies, noting expiration dates, usage, and delivery times for stock and non-stock items.
• Maintains updated files, including quality files, equipment documentation, MSDS, safety, preventive maintenance, disaster procedures, etc. Ensures department is properly staffed and trains staff as needed. Runs quality controls daily as needed as well as other required testing. Performs proficiency testing per regulatory agency procedures and documented according to established guidelines. Assists to maintain up to date department policies and procedures for testing and equipment.
• Is responsible for assisting in the creation of the monthly work schedule, consulting with laboratory leadership when problems arise, and consult with staff to provide schedule compatibility when personal needs arise. Is responsible for the training and orientation of phlebotomists.
• 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, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: