Phlebotomist - Per Diem Evenings

Kindred Hospital Los Angeles helps patients return to the lives they love.

At our hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey.

Located in Ladera Heights near Fox Hills Park, Blanco Park and Ladera Park, we are a short drive from restaurants and shops, as well as close to public transit.

Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.

• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $23.00-$24.73/hr

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

• HS Graduate or equivalent.
• Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.

• Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.

• Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
• Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
• Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
• Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed.
• Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
• Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.

• Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• State license/registration as required by state
• Current BLS required.