Phlebotomist

PhlebotomistKaiser Permanente is seeking experienced Phlebotomists to join their Harbor City team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations in a fast-paced hospital and laboratory environment serving patients of all ages.What's in it for you!Opportunity to work for one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations.Exposure to both hospital and outpatient laboratory settings.Gain experience serving a diverse patient population across all age groups.Opportunity to apply for internal Kaiser Permanente positions after completion of approximately 1,040 hours worked.Collaborative team-oriented work environment focused on patient care and professional growth.Job DescriptionThe Phlebotomist supports laboratory operations through accurate specimen collection, processing, and handling while providing exceptional patient care. This role requires strong venipuncture skills, the ability to work independently with minimal training, and flexibility to support multiple Kaiser medical office and hospital laboratory locations. The ideal candidate will have experience performing high-volume blood draws in acute care, outpatient laboratory, or hospital settings and be comfortable working with pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.ResponsibilitiesPerform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures on patients of all ages, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.Collect blood specimens accurately while maintaining patient comfort and safety throughout the process.Prepare and identify patients prior to specimen collection and verify patient information according to established protocols.Explain blood draw procedures, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service and bedside manner.Label, process, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing while maintaining specimen integrity.Receive, sort, and process specimens delivered to the laboratory from other departments and locations.Accurately document patient information and specimen collection details within laboratory and electronic medical record systems.Follow physicians' orders and laboratory protocols related to specimen collection and testing requirements.Maintain compliance with infection control procedures, OSHA standards, bloodborne pathogen requirements, and all applicable safety regulations.Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.Support laboratory operations during high-volume periods while meeting productivity expectations.Travel between Kaiser medical office building laboratories throughout the South Bay area as needed.Work collaboratively with laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.Essential SkillsActive California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) License.Current BLS Certification.High School Diploma or GED.Minimum 6 months of phlebotomy experience in a hospital, acute care, sub-acute, or outpatient laboratory setting.Proven venipuncture skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Experience drawing patients across all age groups, including pediatric and neonatal populations.Ability to perform high-volume blood draws in a fast-paced environment.Strong knowledge of specimen handling, labeling, processing, and transportation procedures.Excellent communication skills and professional bedside manner.Reliable attendance record and scheduling flexibility.Preferred QualificationsOne or more years of recent phlebotomy experience in a hospital or healthcare system.Experience performing 40-50 or more successful blood draws per shift in an outpatient laboratory setting.Experience performing 25-35 or more successful blood draws per shift in an inpatient hospital setting.Familiarity with laboratory information systems and electronic medical records.Experience working within large healthcare organizations or integrated health systems.Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work in a high-volume environment.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a fast-paced hospital and laboratory setting where accuracy, efficiency, and patient care are critical. Employees work with standard phlebotomy and laboratory equipment, including collection tubes, butterfly and straight needles, specimen processing equipment, and electronic health record systems. The environment requires strict adherence to safety standards, infection prevention protocols, and laboratory procedures. Teamwork, reliability, professionalism, and adaptability are essential to success in this role.ScheduleMust be available to work any day of the week, including rotating weekends.Must be flexible to work shifts between 4:00 AM and 11:30 PM.Schedule flexibility is required and non-negotiable.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Harbor City, CA, with travel required between Kaiser medical office laboratories throughout the South Bay area.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00 per hour.Individual compensation offered for this position will depend on factors including qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, and overall fit for the role.Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and assignment length. Eligible employees may have access to medical, dental, vision, retirement savings options, paid sick leave, employee assistance programs, and other available benefit offerings.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position.Important Candidate RequirementsActive California CPT License required.Current BLS certification required.Candidates must have strong venipuncture skills and be fully capable of performing blood draws independently.Candidates must be comfortable drawing pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.Previous Kaiser Permanente employees who were terminated are not eligible for consideration.Candidates with only physician office/medical assistant phlebotomy experience may not meet volume requirements for this position.Excellent attendance, reliability, professionalism, and willingness to support the team are essential for success.