Laboratory Assistant II

Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Richmond
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Description: Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law.Essential Functions:---Draws blood from patient's finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples.---Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen.---Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately.---Informs physicians of released lab results.---Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens.---Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed.---Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants.---Perform other related duties as necessary.---This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Job Grade: 365Basic Qualifications:- High School Diploma/GED.- California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).- Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties.- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos- Ability to write simple correspondence.- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.- Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.Primary Location: California,Richmond,Richmond Hospital Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Shift: Evening Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu *Expected length of employment up to 90 days Working Hours Start: 03:00 PM Working Hours End: 07:00 PM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Temporary Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01-SEIU-United Healthworkers Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Richmond Hospital - Pathology/Lab-Clinical Lab - 0206 Travel: No Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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