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The INPATIENT PHLEBOTOMIST performs blood drawing (venipuncture and capillary punctures), accessioning, and processing specimens.

Required Skills

• Able to perform all phases of blood collections required by the department within the normal time limits.

• With consideration to age, the ability to assess and utilize appropriate phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture and capillary puncture, on patients of all age groups, from infancy through adulthood.

• Written and verbal communication and basic computer skills.

Required Experience

• California State CPT certification required
• Experience in obtaining blood samples by venipuncture and capillary puncture from adults, children, infants and neonates
• ONE (1) YEAR EXPERIENCE IN AN ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL OR FIVE (5) YEARS OF AMBULATORY PHLEBOTOMY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• Experience in drawing patients with special needs, including and not limited to, with lines, on IVs, in isolation, or have various precautionary requirements
• Maintain 3 CEU per year according to CA State requirements
• Valid BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required
• Maintain N95 fitting or alternative

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package.  We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce.   EOE M/F/D/V

• Able to perform all phases of blood collections required by the department within the normal time limits.

• With consideration to age, the ability to assess and utilize appropriate phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture and capillary puncture, on patients of all age groups, from infancy through adulthood.

• Written and verbal communication and basic computer skills.