Certified Phlebotomy Technician Lab Assistant II

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These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma: High School or General Education Diploma (GED) provided prior to start date

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I provided prior to start date

• OR CPT II-Certified Phlebotomy Technician II provided prior to start date

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge and practice of standard principles, processes, procedures, and equipment related to:

• 1) ordering Laboratory testing,

• 2) collecting blood specimens,

• 3) compassionately and effectively interacting with patients,

• 4) handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.

Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.

• 1) Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

• 2) Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.

Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to:

• 1) fluctuations in volume,

• 2) unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or IS failure,

• 3) shift-to-shift hand-offs,

• 4) STAT test orders,

• 5) specimen integrity issues,

• 6) regular review of pending logs, priority assignments, etc.

Adherence to Practices & Procedures:

• 1) Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.

• 2) Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Applied Job Knowledge, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:

• 1) Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decision-making.

• 2) Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate complex and unusual deviations, problems, unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.

• 3) Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• 4) Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required.

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Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.