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Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515?bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.

Job Summary

Assists overseeing and monitoring the day?to?day phlebotomy activities including performing, educating and overseeing all functions within the laboratory not limited to scheduling, specimen collection, labeling, receipt, processing, delivery and archiving for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease to conduct medical laboratory testing. Focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection; may perform other, less complex technical and clerical tasks.

Job Requirements

• Education and Work Experience:
• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI
• Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' phlebotomy experience: Preferred
• Laboratory operations experience: Preferred

Licences/Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT I or CPT II or National Healthcareer Association phlebotomy certification (CPT?NHA) or National Center for Competency phlebotomy certification (CPT?NCCT) or Medical Laboratory Technician license (MLT):: Required in CA; Preferred in OR and HI

Facility Specific Licence/Certifications

• Phlebotomy Tech (CPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II (CPTII) or NHA Certified Phlebotomy Tech (CPT?NHA) or Phlebotomy Tech?NCCT (NCCT?CPT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): Required

Department Specific Licence/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS?BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Assists oversight of daily operations and procedures necessary to obtain blood specimens, verifies specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type/volume for the indicated testing. Develops department procedures that are clearly written, cost effective and reviews them annually in accordance to center requirements. Checks order requisitions for order errors, making proper corrections and notifying the appropriate personnel.
• Prepares specimens to be sent out to reference laboratories. Ensures specimens are the proper specimen type for the test ordered, properly collected and stored, and labeled correctly for transport. Includes transfer packing list with each shipment of sent out specimens. Monitors pending phlebotomy draws, notifying and communicating with the phlebotomists and prioritizing draws according to type of draw (STAT, ASAP, timed study, and routine).
• Monitors equipment as needed per regulations, interfacing with clinical engineering and technical consultant when appropriate. Ensures staff follows established guidelines for missed collections, recollects, and difficult phlebotomies. Oversees ordering of supplies, ensuring procedures are followed. Assists in department staffing process, including hiring, termination transfers, in accordance with center's policies and procedures.
• Oversees the recording of all statistical information. Maintains updated files, documentation safety, preventive maintenance, etc. Provides orientation and training for staff to ensure comprehension of company policies and procedures.
• Oversees staff. Runs quality controls daily as needed as well as other required testing. Monitors staff and ensures proficiency testing per regulatory agency procedures and documented according to established guidelines. Maintains up to date department policies and procedures for testing and equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E?Verify. Visit for more information about E?Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E?Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith?based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Seniority level

Mid?Senior level

Employment type

Full?time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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