Kindred Hospital Ontario helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer a seven-bed ICU to for treating particularly serious conditions.We are located just 4 miles from LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) with popular restaurants and shops within a short driving distance.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.
Essential Functions
- Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
- Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
- Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
- Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed.
- Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
- Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25
- Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
- Basic computer knowledge required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Pay range: $21.00 - $23.09/Hr
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Education
- HS Graduate or equivalent.
- Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.
Licenses/Certifications
- Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
- State license/registration as required by state
- Current BLS required.
Experience
- Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.
