AHD Phlebotomist

　　Alameda, CA

　　Alameda Hospital

　　AHD Laboratory

　　Services As Needed / Per Diem - Varies

　　Allied Health

　　Req #:38530-28219

　　FTE:0.01

　　Posted:January 25, 2024

　　Summary

　　SUMMARY: The AHD Phlebotomist, under direction, follows written and verbal instructions. Draws blood from patients in hospital, or obtains other required samples, for analysis or other medical purposes. Interacts with departments throughout hospital, as well as patients and physicians. Must be able to perform routine duties without immediate supervision. Performs related duties as required.

　　DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

　　Perform a low to medium complexity testing (if trained); perform phlebotomy, ABG (for CPT II phlebotomist) & EKG; order tests for outpatients and follow front office duties.

　　Responsible for drawing inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner as requested.

　　Process specimens according to the established test requirements; process pathology & cytology specimens; inoculate cultures as needed; review pending list and keep it current.

　　Responsible for cleaning, maintenance, and correct operation of equipment; check, maintain, and request supplies needed for operation of department; keeps blood drawing area are clean, orderly, and stocked.

　　Responsible for prompt resolution of any problems related to phlebotomy; maintain phlebotomy logs according to designated procedure; tracking the send out reports and monitoring the send out pending.

　　Processing and coordinating the send out specimens.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education:High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

　　Minimum Experience:Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Required Certification/Licenses:Valid California Phlebotomy Certificate.

　　Additional Information

　　A Community Hospital in Alameda County ... and so much more For generations, Alameda residents have found friendly, familiar faces and dedicated medical attention at their local hospital. Now, more and more individuals in Oakland and throughout the East Bay are turning to Alameda Hospital for quality care. We welcome all patients seeking an Alameda County Hospital or Bay Area Hospital who value a state-of-the-art medical facility, with a human touch. Alameda Hospital. We care.

　　Alameda Health System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military background.