Laboratory Assistant II -Panorama City (On Call, Day)

Job Summary To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing. 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 from all supervisors, leads and seniors. Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Basic Qualifications 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 is an on-call position, days and hours may vary. This position requires to cover other locations. Mission Hills, NOHO, building 3, Hospital, and Building 5. Position requires a minimum availability of 10 day/shifts per month with (2) designated weekends per month. Primary Location: California,Panorama City,Panorama City Medical Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 09:00 AM Working Hours End: 05:30 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Panorama City Med Center - Pathology/Lab-PermLab SysCoord - 0806 Pay Range: $32.47 - $35.81 / hour Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time Work Setting: Onsite Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kaiser Permanente