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Laboratory Assistant II (Evening)

Kaiser Permanente

Panorama City, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Analysis Skills, Bacteriology, Biology, Clinical Laboratory, Federal Laws and Regulations, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Military, On Call, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Phlebotomy, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, State Laws and Regulations, Testing
LOCATION
Panorama City, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Job Summary: To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing. Essential Responsibilities: + Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. + Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. + Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patients age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed. + Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick, as required, proficiently on patients of all ages. + Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. + Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. + Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and reagents. + Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. + Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. + Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. + Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. + Follows directives form all supervisors, leads and seniors. + Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Basic Qualifications: Experience + One (1) year phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting or equivalent military experience. Education + High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration + Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California) Additional Requirements: + Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a fully satisfactory performance level. + NOTE: The SCPMG Regional Reference Lab does not require phlebotomy certification. Preferred Qualifications: + Relevant college courses in the life sciences. Notes: + This position may require coverage across multiple locations, including Mission Hills, North Hollywood, building 3, Hospital, and building 5. + A minimum commitment of 10 shifts per month is required. + This is an on call position, days and hours may vary. COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Laboratory Assistant II (Evening) LOCATION: Panorama City, California REQNUMBER: 1429419 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

About the Company

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Kaiser Permanente

At Kaiser Permanente, we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Driven by our mission to provide the highest quality preventive medicine, we are committed to eliminating health care disparities, and to making lives better through innovation, technology, and research. Our desire to deliver the best possible care inspires us to promote wellness among our members, communities, and each other. It also fuels our belief that everyone — regardless of circumstance — deserves access to affordable care, which further drives our motivation to expand our reach. Founded nearly 80 years ago, our unique business model sets us apart — positioning us to drive improvements across the industry and around the world.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1945
WEBSITE
http://www.kp.org/careers

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