Job Description

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Lab Management Team, performs phlebotomy, heel and finger sticks; operates and maintains point of care lab equipment (CLIA Waived); conducts problem resolution, supply inventories and record keeping; renders excellent and effective communication to laboratory internal and external customers.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Demonstrate skills and abilities by following the guidelines in venipuncture, heel and finger stick.
• Have knowledge and skills in basic collection and specimen preparation, storage and disposal of specimen, revision of daily temperature and recording; according to Lab Procedure Manuals.
• Perform point of care testing, quality control, reporting and records keeping of CLIA waived complexity testing according to Lab Procedure Manuals.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy to meet department needs and duties (i.e. records keeping, health record entries, results tracking, etc.).
• Performs patient care functions as prescribed by licensed health care providers following established clinical protocols and policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities.
• Ability to multi task, flexible, ensures accuracy and completeness of work, adaptable to changes in department and business needs.
• Accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision and maintain good working relationship with employees, coworkers and departments.
• Maintains workstation, furnishings and equipment clean, and supply inventory at prescribed stock levels.
• Assist in checking daily temperature and recording.
• Possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credible commitment to high standards with excellent communication skills; effectively and clearly communicate verbally and in writing with patients and other customers.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the established departmental policies and objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• May be requested to assist in communication efforts that require verbal translation for patients; depending on the assignment.
• May be required to travel to other SYHealth sites as needed.
• Maintain current continuing education and professional licensure.
• Attend and participate in meetings and additional duties as required.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

• Preferred three months medical laboratory experience as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).
• Preferred 30-40 blood draws.
• Proficient in medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy.

Education Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certifications/Licenses Required:

• Phlebotomy Certification – Current California State Phlebotomy Licensure
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
• Preferred: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements (Sitting/Standing/Walking/Lifting/Noisy):

Exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens subject to varying and unpredictable situations

Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens and patients.

Frequent prolonged standing/walking

Occasionally subjected to irregular hours

Lifting 0-20 lbs

Carrying 0-20 lbs

Bending, kneeling, climbing, and pulling 0-10 lbs., repetitive use of hands, sample grasping, reaching body and hand twisting.

Driving from one clinic to another clinic

Wearing protective personal equipment such as gloves, face shield, lab coats, goggles, etc.

Working around electrical workplace equipment (e.g. centrifuge)

Universal Requirements:

Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.

About Us San Ysidro Health is a Federally Qualified Health Care organization committed to providing high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable healthcare services for the entire family. The organization was founded by seven women in search of medical services for their families and community. Almost 50 years later, San Ysidro Health now provides innovative care to over 108,000 patients through a vast and integrated network of 47 program sites across the county. San Ysidro Health could not serve our patients without the dedication of our passionate and hardworking employees. Apply today and become a part of our mission-driven team! San Ysidro Health has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants for employment. Employment decisions including, but not limited to, those such as employee selection, performance evaluation, administration of benefits, working conditions, employee programs, transfers, position changes, training, disciplinary action, compensation, and separations are made without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, domestic partnership status, ancestry, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, family status, age, mental or physical disability (including AIDS or HIV-related status), atypical heredity cellular or blood trait of an individual, genetic information or refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.