Sr. Laboratory Assistant (Full-time regular, Night Shift)

Job TitlePhlebotomy TechnicianJob DescriptionCentral 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:Collects and distributes specimens in an inpatient setting. Supports laboratory including specimen ordering, processing and preparation for testing. Monitors specimens for send out to reference laboratory. Facilitates billing of lab charges, reports distribution and coordinates outside clinical training. Acts as resource for other staff members. Is responsible for a variety of technical tasks in the laboratory and performs other administrative tasks, as needed.Job Requirements:Education and Work Experience:High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HIAssociate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: PreferredOne year's Laboratory Assistant experience: PreferredLicenses/Certifications:Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HIFacility Specific License/Certifications:Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII): RequiredEssential Functions:Interacts with Laboratory Information System for data entry, report recovery, and report distribution in inpatient setting. Enters the billing information into Hospital Information System. Processes laboratory orders for billing. Prepares laboratory reports and distribute to ordering individual.Collects, processes, and preserves specimens in inpatient settings. Performs clerical duties to process and report test results. Prioritize based on order status (STAT, ASAP, routine). Communicates effectively with other departments and staff, including physicians and their offices to facilitate the flow and quality.Processes and maintains records of specimens sent to reference labs. Assists in inventory management including ordering supplies and stocking supplies. Performs billing duties which may include running reports, and responding to biller requests.Completes microbiology pre-analytical procedures and documentation for laboratory testing according to laboratory policies including quality control standards, calibrations, and documentation. Documents quality control, calibration and test results.Assists Clinical Lab Scientist with operation of instrumentation. Consults with a clinical laboratory scientist or phlebotomy supervisor when difficulties are encountered in phlebotomy, test selection, or specimen processing.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 as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.About UsAdventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.Job InfoJob Identification 74016Job Category AssistantLocations 2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, USApply Before 10/20/2026, 10:56 AMJob Shift Night ShiftAssignment Category Full-time regularPay Range The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $31.36. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.