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Certified Phlebotomy Technician II, Per Diem - Specimen Processing

UCLA Health

Los Angeles, CAPer Diem$33.74/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$33.74/hr
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

California CPT Certification, required

Job overview

UCLA Health’s Clinical Laboratory team is hiring a Certified Phlebotomy Technician II focused primarily on pre-analytical laboratory functions. The role supports patient care through specimen receipt, accessioning, processing, and preparation for testing, with phlebotomy duties as needed. The position also involves communicating with clinical staff and maintaining laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Specimen Processing, requiredPhlebotomy, requiredBeaker LIS, nice to haveCare Connect, nice to haveEPIC, nice to haveRotating Weekend and Holiday Availability, required

Qualifications

California CPT Certification, requiredHigh School Diploma or Equivalent, required2 Years Phlebotomy or 1 Year Inpatient Phlebotomy Experience, required

Full job description

Description

Join UCLA Health's Clinical Laboratory team and play a critical role in supporting patient care through accurate and timely specimen processing. This position is primarily focused on laboratory pre-analytical functions, including specimen receipt, accessioning, processing, and preparation for testing. Key duties include:

  • Receive, verify, accession, and process patient specimens for laboratory testing.

  • Ensure specimens are appropriately labeled, handled, stored, and routed according to laboratory procedures.

  • Prepare specimens for transport, testing, and referral to reference laboratories.

  • Review requisitions and laboratory orders for completeness and accuracy.

  • Enter and retrieve patient and specimen information within the laboratory information system and electronic health record.

  • Communicate with clinical staff regarding specimen requirements, collection issues, and testing needs.

  • Maintain compliance with laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

  • Assist with inventory management and maintenance of laboratory supplies.

  • Perform phlebotomy duties as needed to support staffing and operational requirements.

Salary Range: $33.74/hour (flat rate)

Qualifications

  • CA CPT certification

  • High school diploma or equivalent (e.g. HiSET or GED)

  • 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience or one year of in-patient phlebotomy experience

  • Experience with Beaker LIS/Care Connect/EPIC - preferred

  • Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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